21878 Organisational Dialogue: Theory and Practice

This subject is designed to develop students' sensitivity to the importance of organisational communication and dialogue. It enables students to evaluate communication practices in terms of their capacity to facilitate shared understanding among various organisational stakeholders. By integrating current management and communication theory, the subject emphasises the link between communication and the broader strategic and socio-cultural contexts of organisations. Cultural issues and leadership challenges are specifically considered to develop an understanding of the complexity of facilitating organisational dialogue. On a practical level, the subject assists students in developing their communication skills for academic and professional purposes.