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Course Description:
Organizational communication is a powerful tool of construction or destruction. In this course learners discover Biblical principles of interpersonal communication and conflict management in human relationships. The course gives attention to communication models, self-concept, non-verbal messages, stress, and other strategies that assist Christian leaders in developing interpersonal communication skills. In addition, the course focuses on the nature of conflict, how to identify common styles of conflict management, and how to manage conflict acceptably and productively.
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Understand the nature of communication and how it works in both interpersonal and organizational contexts.
- Improve his/her listening skills with respect to both superiors and subordinates.
- Explain self-concept and how it relates to various aspects of the communication process.
- Implement effective communication in such leadership functions as recruitment, training, and supervision.
Course Texts:
Griffin, Emory M. Making Friends & Making Them Count. Downer's Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1987.
Sande, Ken. The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict. 3rd edition (revised and updated). Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 2000.
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Did You Know?
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Knox, who lived during a time of religious upheaval, heavily influenced the wording to the Anglican Common Book of Prayer and is considered the founder of Presbyterianism.
*Photo Source:
Ary Scheffer, The Temptation of Christ, 1854
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