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Undergraduate USA-MGM21-2021

Communication and Organisational Practices

Start a conversation about what makes organisational communication practices effective.

Discover ways to manage conflict and emotions in an organisational setting. Learn the art of persuasion. Address the challenges of intercultural communication.

From

$1,813 $2,875

Your upfront cost: $0

International student?

Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% online

Available loans

  • HECS-HELP
  • FEE-HELP

Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

  • 31 May 2021
  • 30 Aug 2021
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The University of South Australia, UniSA, is ranked in the top 10 universities nationally and amongst the very best young universities in the world. They offer over 200 world-class degrees that are informed by industry and delivered with a highly practical approach to teaching and learning. In fact, they are South Australia’s number one university for graduate careers. They are a valuable partner with Open Universities Australia.

QS RANKING 2021

17

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

23

  • 2021

Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to: 

  1. Discuss strategies for the effective management of organisational communication.
  2. Explore the implications of diversity in the context of communication theory and practice.
  3. Analyse and apply negotiation strategies, including conflict resolution.
  4. Apply communication knowledge to common practical contexts in organisations.
  5. Identify and manage emotions in organisational communication.
Topics covered
    • Self Disclosure
    • Individual Differences in Communication
    • Intercultural Communication
    • Workplace communication in relation to Disability
    • Managing Communication around Spiritual Diversity
    • Gender and Workplace Communication
    • Communication in Conflict Contexts
    • Communication for Negotiation
    • Intergenerational Communication
    • Persuasion and Communication
Entry requirements

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

No special requirements

Description

Organisational communication theories as they relate to understanding and working with diverse others; interpersonal communication, gender and communication; intercultural communication; intergenerational communication; disability and inclusive workplace practices; online communication and social media; selfdisclosure and the role of trust; negotiation; managing conflict; persuasion and power.

Assessments

  • Journal 2000 words (45%)
  • Reflective Report 2500 words (55%)
Textbooks

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Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

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