INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION (4 Credits)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: Define Everyday interpersonal communication using concepts and theories of interpersonal communication; Identify everyday interpersonal communication using concepts and theories of interpersonal communication; Analyze everyday interpersonal communication using concepts and theories of interpersonal communication.

Topics:

1. A First Look at Interpersonal Communication;
2. Culture and Interpersonal Communication;
3. Perception and Communication;
4. Communication and Personal Identity;
5. Verbal Messages in Interpersonal Communication;
6. Nonverbal Messages in Interpersonal Communication;
7. Mindful Listening, Emotions and Communication;
8. Conversational Messages;
9. Relationships Stages, Theories, and Communication;
10. Interpersonal Relationship Types;
11. Managing Conflict in Relationships;
12. Interpersonal Power and Influence.