Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
Problem Solving Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various business scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Class based role-play - Strudents will take part in role play as part of running meetings and group dynamics
Module Aim:
This module aims to introduce students to communications skills for the business environment. The course also provides students with key academic skills including referencing and essay writing.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Explain the importance of business communication
LO2
Demonstrate a range of effective writing skills with different audiences in mind
LO3
Produce written business documents
LO4
Demonstrate the ability to make an oral presentation
LO5
Demonstrate key skills for academic study, writing and research
LO6
Explain and perform key interpersonal skills for business communication
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Principles of Communication
Meaning of Communication; Communication in Business; Barriers to Communication; Listening; Methods of Communication; Communicating within Organisations; Interpersonal Skills
Academic Skills
Academic Sources of Information; Basic Research; Library Information Services; Essay Writing; Note-taking; Referencing; Effective Reading; Time Management; Critical Thinking
Effective Writing and Business Documents
Plain English; Active/Passive Sentence Structures; Writing Persuasively; Writing to different audiences; Letters; Business e-mails; Press Releases; Agenda; Meeting Minutes; Memos
Oral Communication
Public Speaking; Purpose and Audience; Presentation Skills; Powerpoint Presentations; Interview Skills
Group Communication
Group Dynamics; Groupthink; Meetings; Teamwork
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
70.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions
Written assessments
1,2,3,5,6
15.00
Week 12
Presentation
One minor and one major in-class presentation
2,4,6
15.00
Sem 2 End
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
Three hour written exam
1,2,3,4,5,6
70.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment