1. Understanding of key communication skills required by managers at the work-place and critically evaluating the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication required at the work-place Knowledge,
Understanding and Enquiry

2. Demonstrate competence in the use of written and oral communication skills both as an individual and in group settings, employing a range of techniques and technologies
Communication

3. Understand the process of critical reasoning. Demonstrate competence in the use of cognitive skills to retrieve, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information relating to issues in the management of organisations
Enquiry
Application

4. Compile a personal development plan
Reflection

Element 1: Personal Development Plan – weighted 40%
Element 2: Group Presentation using a digital platform – weighted 30%
Element 3: A 500-word reflection on how well they have developed their skills during the group presentation – weighted 30%

1. Conceptual thinking and evaluation of the subject area
2. Reasoning skills and academic writing
3. Create a personal development statement as part of a reflective portfolio
4. Attend a series of events (the precise number will need to be agreed with the module leader/programme leader/personal tutor as appropriate reflecting the subject context). These may include:
- University-wide events and lectures
- Programme specific and/or industry related to any area of the University curriculum
- Events external to the University which are either relevant to the core BA/BSc programme and/or of interest to the student (e.g. plays/films/concerts, public lectures, exhibitions)
5. Identifying and developing Successful Interactions within teams
6. Developing presentation skills
7. Reasoning Skills

Cottrell, S. (2013). The Study Skills Handbook, 4th Edition, Palgrave: Basingstoke
Morgan, P. (2017). The Business Student’s Guide to study and Employability, 1st Edition, Sage

VLE learning support material to be provided for independent / self-directed learning
Access to Library facilities and to a variety of digital resources supporting different learning styles
Module handbook
Directed texts

Communication is key for all individuals regardless of their intellect and intelligence. It is a key personality trait that builds impression and aids relationship development from a professional perspective which is key in today’s fiercely competitive working world. In this module, you will learn a range of communication skills to support you in your future career.

The learning strategy for this module is based around students committing a total of 300 hours of activities towards achieving the learning outcomes. These will be split between 78 hours of direct contact with a tutor and 222 hours of directed, guided and self-study, together with preparation for and completion of the assessment tasks. Learning support material will be provided for the module.
The module will draw upon a mixture of activities including lectures, web-based activities, case study analysis, relevant videos and in-class discussions, individual and group problem solving and self-directed learning.