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ITC105 Communication and Information Management (8)

Abstract

This subject is designed to develop and refine communication skills within the workplace. It focuses on intra- and inter-personal factors which underpin effective communication. It provides guided practice in oral, written and electronic communication which includes skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing and use of associated technologies.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
InternalAlbury-Wodonga Campus
InternalBathurst Campus
InternalCSU Study Centre Melbourne
InternalCSU Study Centre Sydney
InternalHolmesglen
InternalNorthern Sydney Institute
InternalPort Macquarie
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
DistanceWagga Wagga Campus
Session 2
InternalCSU Study Centre Sydney
Session 3
InternalCSU Study Centre Sydney
DistanceWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ITC105
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Computing and Mathematics

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed COM105
Incompatible subject(s)Related subject(s)
COM105 COM105 covers similar topics

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to identify the components of the communication model;
  • be able to explain the fundamental concepts of the communication process;
  • be able to practise, develop, refine and demonstrate written language skills so students are able to write clearly, correctly and concisely;
  • be able to discuss the impact of non-verbal communication;
  • be able to critically assess the main issues associated with ethical communication; 
  • be able to select an appropriate communication style and technique when delivering a message in different settings and to different audiences.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • Fundamentals of communication.
  • Interpersonal communication skills; listening, speaking, directing and instructing, response styles, conflict resolution strategies, non-verbal communication, persuasive communication, intercultural variations.
  • Intrapersonal bases of effective communication: audience awareness, sender credibility, self-concept, empathy and assertiveness.
  • Written communication skills.
  • Functional writing techniques, everyday business writing tasks and special business writing tasks.
  • Business communication ethics.
  • Using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for effective communication.

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.