MGF1100 Managerial communication
Faculty of Business and Economics
MGF1100 Managerial communication is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2024 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2024
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 1 task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2024 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MGF1100
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MGF1100
No unit lists MGF1100 as a prerequisite in the 2024 handbook.
Enrolment rules
If you are enrolled in course B2007 you cannot undertake this unit.
Overview
Communication theory emphasising written and oral communication in relation to organisational, intrapersonal, interpersonal and group communication. Importance of relationships in the work context, language, listening and nonverbal behaviour. Interpersonal contexts include negotiation, interviewing, feedback, coaching and counselling. Group communication -- roles, leadership and facilitation, problem-solving, decision making and group creativity.
Offerings in 2024
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | Flexible |
| Second semester | Caulfield | Flexible |
Assessment
- Within semester assessment100%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
describe and discuss contemporary theories and concepts in interpersonal communication
- 2
examine the role of communication in management, particularly in leadership, decision making, conflict resolution, creativity and problem-solving
- 3
extend personal communication skills by identifying opportunities for growth and strategies for development
- 4
demonstrate competence and professionalism in structuring and delivering persuasive messages
- 5
critically analyse communication style
- 6
demonstrate knowledge or skills for crafting sustainable futures for people, organisations, communities, and/or the environment.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.
This unit allows you to develop your research skills by engaging in structured inquiry using a systematic approach and discipline-specific methodologies.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
MGF1100 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2024 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Bruce Mitchell
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MGF1100?
MGF1100 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MGF1100 offered?
In 2024, MGF1100 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
How much work is MGF1100?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MGF1100 have an exam?
No. MGF1100 has 1 assessment task and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MGF1100?
MGF1100 is part of Business management.