International Human Relations
International Human Relations BHO3475
Year 2013 Semester 2 Prepared by Robert Mason
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UNIT OF STUDY GUIDE College of Business YEAR UNIT TITLE UNIT CODE PRE-REQUISITES CREDIT POINTS MODE OF DELIVERY UNIT COORDINATOR UNIT LECTURER & TUTOR NAME EMAIL NAME EMAIL 2013 SEMESTER 2 International Human Relations BHO3475 Nil 12 On-campus (FP) Robert Mason Robert.Mason@vu.edu.au Emma Hall & Veronika Viera-Belicka Emma.Hall@vu.edu.au Veronika.Viera-Belicka@vu.edu.au LECTURE TIME & LOCATION Thursday C203 DESCRIPTOR The purpose of this unit is to acquire a comprehensive knowledge about interpersonal communication, self-awareness and reflection; and to develop, practice and apply skills in these areas. LEARNING OUTCOMES On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to: 1. Critically evaluate the conceptual framework for understanding interactions between people; 2. Demonstrate mastery of the generic interpersonal skills necessary for building and maintaining effective working and interpersonal relationships; 3. Demonstrate a capacity for deep and critical personal reflection; and 4. Understand the theoretical and practical applications of cross-cultural interactions and communication UNIT CONTENT This unit is an applied skills-oriented course but in order to develop these skills students will be required to critically evaluate relevant theories and research findings. Some of the topics covered relate to the development of effective listening skills, managing verbal and non-verbal communication in face-to-face situations, intercultural communication, resolving conflict, effective leadership, teamwork and problem solving. Page 2 of 15 17:00 – 19:00
LEARNING IN THE WORK PLACE 0% of the assessment in this Unit of Study will relate to learning in the workplace. TEACHING & LEARNING STRATEGIES This unit will normally be delivered as two hours of lectures and one hour of tutorials or workshops. Participants will be invited to become actively
Year 2013 Semester 2 Prepared by Robert Mason
Page 1 of 15
UNIT OF STUDY GUIDE College of Business YEAR UNIT TITLE UNIT CODE PRE-REQUISITES CREDIT POINTS MODE OF DELIVERY UNIT COORDINATOR UNIT LECTURER & TUTOR NAME EMAIL NAME EMAIL 2013 SEMESTER 2 International Human Relations BHO3475 Nil 12 On-campus (FP) Robert Mason Robert.Mason@vu.edu.au Emma Hall & Veronika Viera-Belicka Emma.Hall@vu.edu.au Veronika.Viera-Belicka@vu.edu.au LECTURE TIME & LOCATION Thursday C203 DESCRIPTOR The purpose of this unit is to acquire a comprehensive knowledge about interpersonal communication, self-awareness and reflection; and to develop, practice and apply skills in these areas. LEARNING OUTCOMES On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to: 1. Critically evaluate the conceptual framework for understanding interactions between people; 2. Demonstrate mastery of the generic interpersonal skills necessary for building and maintaining effective working and interpersonal relationships; 3. Demonstrate a capacity for deep and critical personal reflection; and 4. Understand the theoretical and practical applications of cross-cultural interactions and communication UNIT CONTENT This unit is an applied skills-oriented course but in order to develop these skills students will be required to critically evaluate relevant theories and research findings. Some of the topics covered relate to the development of effective listening skills, managing verbal and non-verbal communication in face-to-face situations, intercultural communication, resolving conflict, effective leadership, teamwork and problem solving. Page 2 of 15 17:00 – 19:00
LEARNING IN THE WORK PLACE 0% of the assessment in this Unit of Study will relate to learning in the workplace. TEACHING & LEARNING STRATEGIES This unit will normally be delivered as two hours of lectures and one hour of tutorials or workshops. Participants will be invited to become actively