C24 Effective Communication — University of Liechtenstein

Semester:WS 24/25

Type:Module/Course/Examination

Language:English

ECTS-Credits:3.0

Scheduled in semester:1

Semester Hours per Week / Contact Hours:28.0 L / 21.0 h

Self-directed study time:69.0 h

Module coordination/Lecturers

Master's degree programme in Finance (01.09.2020)
Master's degree programme in Innovative Finance (01.09.2024)

This course aims to optimize English language and general communication skills while raising self-awareness to enhance competence. Students will engage in focused information gathering, discussions, and practice. The course covers academic writing skills, negotiations, techniques of persuasion, presentation skills, and decision making. Emphasis is placed on self-reflection and teamwork in a shared learning environment.Key topics covered are:Academic writingPresentation skillsNegotiation techniquesPersuasion and argumentationDecision makingMicro office skillsLanguage developmentSelf-awareness and self-reflection

After successful completion of the course, students willProfessional competenceUnderstand key elements of academic writing.Apply effective presentation techniques.Analyse and conduct successful negotiations.Utilize persuasion and argumentation in business contexts. - Methodological competenceCreate structured academic and business documents.Evaluate and refine presentation skills.Apply negotiation strategies effectively.Develop decision-making frameworks. - Social competenceBuild confidence and assertiveness in business and social contexts.Collaborate effectively in team settings.Network and communicate effectively in diverse environments. - Personal competenceUse self-reflection to enhance communication skills.Understand personal strengths and areas for improvement in communication.Develop self-awareness in various communication contexts.

Discussions about academic writingFrom theory, key principals, and practical tools to practiceOnline research as the basis for approaching each task

Students are provided with lecture slides and supplementary material (e.g., selected journal articles).

Final presentation and report; Writing tasks; Class work; Participation