The primary aim of this course is to provide students with the skills and knowledge of communication in the business environment. These skills will contribute to professional graduate attributes and assist with the transition to, or back to, the workforce.  There is a strong focus on the understanding the theory of communication in the business context and it's application to effective business writing at a high level, persuasive and appropriate verbal and non verbal communication,  and interpersonal skills across teams and cultures. 

The course aims to develop a range of student skills in: business report writing; researching skills; presentation skills; skills in maximising team effectiveness; time management skills; problem-solving skills; preparation of employment application documents including resumés.

Indicative assessment for this course will involve students developing common business writing documents including business letters, action plans, and both short and more complex long reports to develop a portfolio of business communication.  Students will also undertake presentations and an end of semester exam.  

36 hours of direct participation, plus 72 hours of reading, preparation, group work and written work.

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MGMT1001 Business Communication Skills

Indicative textbooks:

Dwyer, J.  (2008) Communication in Business: Strategies and Skills 4th Edition, Pearson Education Australia Pty Ltd, Frenchs Forest, NSW

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