Abstract

The subject assists students in understanding the importance of high quality verbal and written communication in relation to health management and leadership. Students will apply their knowledge to specific contexts including the conduct of meetings, presentation of health data and in decision-making. The aim is to assist students in becoming … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Verbal and written communication skills contextualised to health management and leadership;Listening and adapting to target audiences;Leading effective meetings;Group facilitation and problem-solving;Presentation and marketing skills; andPublic relations through communication with the media and external organisations.

Assessment items

1. Elevator Pitch
2. Meeting evaluation

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
adapt their health management communication according to the purpose and the stakeholder.;
2.
analyse the effectiveness of meetings to meet their purpose within the workplace; and
3.
communicate factual and credible health data and information in a manner appropriate to the target audience.

Enrolment restrictions

Nil