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MGF1100

Faculty of Business and Economics

18 September 2017 25 April 2024

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Monash University

6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL

Undergraduate - Unit

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Faculty

Business and Economics

Organisational Unit

Department of Management

Coordinator(s)

Dr Nathan Eva

Offered

Caulfield

  • First semester 2016 (Day)
  • Second semester 2016 (Day)

City (Melbourne)

  • Trimester A 2016 (Day)
  • Trimester B 2016 (Day)
  • Trimester C 2016 (Day)

Synopsis

Communication theory emphasising written and oral communication in relation to organisational, intrapersonal, interpersonal and group communication. Importance of relationships in the work context, language, listening and nonverbal behaviour. Interpersonal contexts include negotiation, interviewing, feedback, coaching and counselling. Group communication -- roles, leadership and facilitation, problem-solving, decision making and group creativity.

Outcomes

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

  1. describe and discuss contemporary theories and concepts in interpersonal communication
  2. examine the role of communication in management, particularly in leadership, decision making, conflict resolution, creativity and problem-solving
  3. extend personal communication skills by identifying opportunities for growth and strategies for development
  4. demonstrate competence and professionalism in structuring and delivering persuasive messages
  5. critically analyse communication style.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Workload requirements

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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Chief examiner(s)

Dr Nathan Eva

Prohibitions

MGF2100, MGG1100, MGW1100