mgt2bco business communications

BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

MGT2BCO

2015

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject provides a theoretical and practical introduction to the elements of effective communication within the modern business environment. Lecture topics include: models of the communication process, the principles of effective communication (written and spoken, formal and informal). the relationship between the structure of and communication within organisations, intercultural communication, e-communication, and conflict management and negotiation. Students will develop applied communication skills (such as oral presentations and report-writing) in tutorials that complement regular lectures.

SchoolLa Trobe Business School

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Students must have completed MGT1FOM or BUS1BUF (or another first year subject with the permission of the Subject Co-ordinator) before taking MGT2BCO

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjects THS1MCO

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Convey, in writing and speaking, an understanding of the key concepts and theories of the communication process and the importance of effective interpersonal communication within a business environment.

Activities:
Lectures and tutorials
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)

02. Apply communication theory to practice

Activities:
Lectures and tutorials
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)

03. Demonstrate academic research skills with a focus on the ability to collect, analyse, organise and present task relevant information in a logical, professional manner which is easy to understand. To develop a basic capacity to reflect critically on current theory and practice.

Activities:
Lectures and tutorials
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)

04. Work independently or as part of a team and show self-awareness as an effective communicator.

Activities:
Lectures and tutorials
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)

Subject options

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRosaria Burchielli

Class requirements

TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
one 1,500-word written report2001, 02, 03, 04
one 2-hour final examination6001, 02, 03, 04
one presentation5 minutes per student1001, 02, 03, 04
research/referencing/annotated bibliography exercise500-words1001, 02, 03