James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022
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PY5402 - Persuasion and Communication Skills
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2022 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 4 |
| Administered by: | College of Healthcare Sciences (pre 2023 PCS) |
Subject Description
- The goal of interpersonal communication is social influence. As such, effective communication skills are important for any individual seeking to influence others. Effective communicators are adept at interpreting verbal and nonverbal cues in others, and are skilful at using verbal and nonverbal behaviour to influence others. Understanding communication processes is a core focus in social psychology. This subject reviews key findings from social psychology in relation to communication theory and practice. Students will develop communication skills suitable across a range of audiences and settings.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply social psychology theory and practice to the field of communication
- Present ideas and proposals effectively to a range of audiences
- Demonstrate skills in resolving complex problems through negotiation, mediation, and conflict management
Subject Assessment
- Oral > Presentation 1 - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Proposal - (40%) - Individual
- Oral > Presentation 2 - (30%) - Individual
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Special Assessment Requirements
Achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties, and attempt and submit all assessments.
Assumed Knowledge: Foundational knowledge and skills in psychology
Availabilities
JCU Singapore, Study Period 51, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 07 Apr 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 14 Mar 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Face to face teaching: | (As per subject outline) |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor Chris Lo |
| Lecturer(s): | Assoc. Professor Chris Lo |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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