Organizational Communication

Catalog description

This course explores the ways communication builds, maintains, and transforms organizations. Students explore how traditional and contemporary theories of organizational communication illuminate and shape organizational strategies, processes, and practices. Topics include communication in management; organizational culture; interpersonal relationships in the workplace; communication in small groups and teams; leadership; communicating across differences, and strategic and crisis communication. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of global awareness and ethical and social responsibility in organizations. Prerequisite: COM 101 or MMS 101. (Offered every spring term.)