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Residential: Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
MMR703, MPR703
John Molineux
This Residential unit requires students to attend six days of intensive study at the Waurn Ponds Estate, Geelong.
Residential Dates: Sunday 23 June to Friday 28 June 2019
Conference fees for residential units are in addition to the tuition fee and vary depending on the type of accommodation chosen. For further information please visit the Residential Units webpage.
Please note: The final result for this unit will be released shortly after Trimester 1 result release.
This is an intensive experiential program designed to capitalise on principles of adult learning. Students participate in a series of interactions designed to reproduce the dynamics of communication within organisations as well as communication between the organisation and its environment. The intensive residential program addresses interaction of individuals, groups, and larger social units. Topics addressed include handling of media crises, understanding the importance of interpersonal communication and storytelling, and negotiation and mediation skills. Students learn by dealing with problem situations and by reflecting on their performance. Concepts and techniques are provided through appropriate readings, situational practice, and extended exposure to communication and media professionals.
Assignment 1 (Group Presentation 3-5 students) 30%
Assignment 2 (Group 3-5 students) 30%
Assignment 3 (2000 words) 40%
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