COM3060

The Practising Consultant (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
South Africa Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: At the completion of the unit candidates should have an understanding of: 1. The role of the consultant or contract worker in the communications industries. 2. The nature and organisation of work in the communications industries. 3. Problem-solving skills pertinent to work in the communications industries. 4. Reporting, presentation and media skills appropriate to the communications industries.

Assessment: Minor Project (1000 words): 20% + Major Project (2500 words): 40% + Examination (1000 words): 20% + Tutorial Presentation: 10% + Attendance and Participation: 10%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (1 x 2 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: First year sequence in Communication