Theories of Organizational Communication (360-CN-19)
Instructors
Daniel Edward Moser
Daniel Moser received his BFA from New York University, his MA from University of Illinois/Urbana, and his PhD from Northwestern's School of Communication, Department of Performance Studies. Dr. Moser is a coprporate presentation consultant and does research in the performance of everyday life and work. He is a faculty member in The School of Professional Studies Program in Leadership and Organizational Behavior.
Meeting Info
Wieboldt Hall 406: Sa 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Overview of class
This course examines theories and research dealing with communication in formal organizations and institutions. Various models of organizational communication are introduced, as well as historical and current research in the field. Students learn to analyze and integrate theory and research and apply what they learn to current organizations.
This course combines classroom lecture and discussion with an online component. For the lecture and discussion components, this course is paired with a morning session of STAT 202-CN. The class meets on alternate Saturdays: 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/6 and 5/20.This course is part of the Business Leadership year one cohort. First class attendance is mandatory.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate how the history and background of organizational communication informs standards of best practice
.2. Identify the causes of conflict in organizations and groups and be able to employ common conflict resolution strategies
3. Identify the communication strengths and weaknesses found in individuals in an organizational setting.
4. Demonstrate soft skills and presentation skills according to professional standards.
5. Produce an analysis of a contemporary organizational communication issue that reflects a synthesis of theory with practice.
Class Materials (Required)
Required Readings:
Zaremba, A. J. (2009). Organizational communication (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press. ISBN: 978-0195379044
Assigned readings posted on Canvas, including timely news articles and academic research that you will read in order to complete some assignments and participate in discussion forums.