MECO6927 - Organisational Communication

Semester 2, 2013  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Olaf Werder
Phone: +61 2 9114 1219
Email: olaf.werder@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit of study introduces key concepts in organisational communication. Students will explore various structures of organisations and how those structures affect the flow of communication within workplaces. Upon the completion of the unit, students will develop their understanding of key concepts in organisational communication and apply them to analyse communication problems in organisations. Students will also be able to offer well-grounded criticism on selected organisational issues.

Assessments

2x1000wd class tests (40%), 1x3000wd communication case study research project (50%), participation (10%)

Textbooks

Miller, K (2012) Organizational Communication: Approaches and Processes 6th Edn. Wadsworth Publishing, Belmont

Classes

1x2-hr seminar/week

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