Introduction This course provides an innovative and dynamic approach to examining communication and interaction dynamics in today’s professional institutions and business organisations. It is designed to equip you with the skills crucial to interpreting and analysing communication and interaction in professional contexts. Key areas such as intercultural communication, organisational behaviour and institutional discourse are covered in courses led by an expert team of lecturers from across the university. Communication and language is considered in a range of professional environments including business, healthcare, law and the energy industry. Courses focus on current communication issues within professional institutions and organisations equipping you with key skills and knowledge in areas of negotiation, leadership and rapport management. The programme consists of lectures and seminars designed to enhance individual and team work skills through data analysis, group discussions and project work. The multidisciplinary approach of the programme ensures that you are provided with core communication analysis skills and also develop strong interpersonal, leadership and management skills. The programme is designed for full-time or part-time students with an interest in communication in professional contexts, or professionals wishing to further their understanding of communication strategies. Courses Modules Semester 1 Compulsory Interpersonal Management, Negotiation and Persuasion Marketing Management Communication Theory and Analysis Semester 2 Compulsory Intercultural Communication Institutional Discourse Optional Business Model Innovation The Leadership Challenge Marketing Communications Semester 3 Dissertation in Professional Communication Why study at Aberdeen? Programme Quick Facts University of Aberdeen Online 12 Months 24 Months Full Time and Part Time September and January start Find out about fees on the programme page Find out about scholarships on the programme page Life in Aberdeen Find out more about: Your Accommodation Campus Facilities Aberdeen City Student Support Clubs and Societies /student-life