Monash College Unit Guide

MANAGERIAL COMMUNICATION (MCD2030)

Purpose

This unit is designed to develop students' awareness of communication issues and their own capacity as professionals to communicate effectively.

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Discuss communication in terms of theoretical models and explain how they apply to the managerial role within an organisation.
2. Analyse and discuss the significance of the function of managerial communication.
3. Discuss the cultural context of managerial communication.
4. Demonstrate competence in researching, reading, critically analysing, evaluating, and reporting both orally and in writing on a range of topics and issues in managerial communication.
5. Develop and demonstrate an understanding of the dynamics of interpersonal communication and the skills necessary for effective communication within organisations.
6. Discuss the dynamics of group communication and demonstrate skills necessary for effective group decision-making and communication.
7. Develop an understanding of organisation-wide communication issues and contexts.
8. Discuss the impact of communication and information technologies on managerial communication.

Assessment

Assignments and tutorial participation: 60%

Examination: 40%

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