MSLV4101 Communication for leaders Course description

The course Communication for Leaders introduces students to various theoretical perspectives on communication and provides insights into how to succeed in interpersonal communication and interaction. Students will also engage in practical exercises designed to enhance their understanding of the importance of effective communication and how to facilitate better communication and collaboration. They will learn about effective communication methods and develop increased awareness of their own communication practices. Furthermore, students will be introduced to challenges that often arise in communication processes and how to handle them.

The language of instruction is Norwegian.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied with.

Grade scale A-F

The exam papers are assessed by one internal and one external examiner.

At least 25% of the exam papers will be assessed by two examiners. The grades awarded for the papers assessed by two examiners form the basis for determining the level for all the exam papers.

Diego Praino

The exam for the course is an individual take-home exam over a period of three days (72 hours). The submission should be 4000 words (+/- 10%). The cover page, table of contents, and reference list are not included in the word count. Font and size: Arial / Calibri 12 pt. Line spacing: 1.5.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source citation are complied with.

Grade scale A-F

Both internal and external examiners are used for the assessment of the submissions.

At least 25% of the submissions are randomly selected and assessed by two examiners. The grades from these jointly assessed submissions form the basis for determining the level of the remaining submissions.

Hilde Mobekk

The course overlaps 8 ECTS credits with MLED5200 Communication for leadership and interaction.