CMNS 4531: Organizational Communication
Students examine the theory and practice of organizational communications, which includes an overview of different models of organizational communication and management, a review of common problems and dilemmas in this field, and consideration of a variety of internal publications. Students learn problem-solving strategies unique to a variety of organizations.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of and discuss the theories and methods of organizational communications.
- Examine and evaluate different models of organizational communication and management.
- Think critically about the challenges and issues of organizational communication practices and standpoints.
- Evaluate and solve communication problems in a variety of contexts including professional and interpersonal.
Course topics
CMNS 4531: Organizational Communication includes the following five modules and associated topics:
Module 1: Introduction to Organizational Communication
Module 2: Individual Communications
Module 3: Digital Culture
Module 4: Mass Communication
Module 5: Corporate Communications
Required text and materials
There is no textbook for this course.
Assessments
Please be aware that should your course have a final exam, you are responsible for the fee to the online proctoring service, ProctorU, or to the in-person approved Testing Centre. Please contact exams@tru.ca with any questions about this.
To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course and 50% or higher on the mandatory Final Exam. The following table illustrates how your final grade will be determined for this course.
| Online Post 1 | 5% |
| Assignment 1: Short Analysis Response 1 | 10% |
| Online Quiz | 15% |
| Assignment 2: Short Analysis Response 2 | 10% |
| Assignment 3: Organizational Strategic Report | 25% |
| Online Post 2 | 5% |
| Final Exam * | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
* Mandatory
Open Learning Faculty Member Information
An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.
