ENG3813 Professional Communication
AIMS & OBJECTIVES
This course primarily aims to help students access English-speaking workplaces and improve their language skills to competently communicate on a professional level, with real-life applications. The main topics covered include: the communication process, different forms of communication (e.g. video conferencing and emailing), job search skills (e.g. career planning and resume/CV creation), workplace communication (e.g. informational and persuasive messages), attending meetings and job interviews, and online communication.
COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (CILOS)
Course Code & Title: ENG3813 Professional Communication | ||
CILO | Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: | |
CILO 1 | Use spoken and written English effectively and confidently in a variety of workplace settings to be more competitive professionally. | |
CILO 2 | Understand and contribute to discussions evaluating and analysing issues surrounding effective communication in the workplace using critical thinking skills. | |
CILO 3 | Demonstrate professional, intellectually mature language appropriately in written work. | |
CILO 4 | Understand and evaluate the employment search cycle using appropriately professional and effective language at different stages of the cycle. | |
CILO 5 | Comprehend, critically analyse and apply effective strategies in terms of the communication process. | |
