Special Consideration
BUS101 Business Communication
Unit Description
This unit aims to introduce the students to the principles and practices of effective communication in the workplace. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge of communication in professional contexts. It explains the key theories underpinning communication strategies and encourages students to consider the application of these in contemporary business environments.
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Students will examine different communication contexts which occur in the internal and external business environment and develop the skills and knowledge to effectively interpret and deliver messages in a variety of business situations.
Expected Student Workload
Number of timetabled hours per week: 4 hours (2 hours in lecture and 2 hours in tutorial)
No. personal study hours per week: 6 hours
Total workload hours per week: 10 hours
Prerequisites
Nil
Unit Weighting
Unit credit points: 10
Total course credit points: 240
Delivery Mode
Face to face on VSC campus
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
ULO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the role and importance of communication in the workplace.
ULO2: Identify basic communication theories and concepts and demonstrate a general sense of how they are applied in a workplace context.
ULO3: Apply the knowledge and skills required in written, oral and interpersonal communication to improve the processes and practices of individuals and organisations.
ULO4: Demonstrate an awareness of audience/user for which communication is designed and deliver effective presentations to achieve business objectives.