Used by nearly 25,000 students in over 50 countries, this book incorporates current thinking and developments on corporate communication from both the academic and practitioner worlds. Combining a comprehensive theoretical foundation with numerous practical guidelines, insights will assist managers (or soon to be managers) in their day-to-day work and in their strategic and tactical communicati…
A senior-level, comprehensive survey of organizational communication, with theory and application. New edition reorganizes material and adds chapter on information systems.
This new text, The Practice of Business Communication, completes the trio of pedagogical approaches offered in the Canadian Guffey series by foregrounding the more student-centred/active learning Problem Based Learning method. In Problem Based Learning, a real-world problem is posed that students try to solve using the skills they currently have as communicators. The problem is designed to get …
Principles of Strategic Communication, Second Edition is ideal as a core text for undergraduate students in strategic communication courses within media, communication, marketing and advertising programs.The accompanying online resources feature chapter summaries, useful links to examples of strategic communication in action, suggested further reading and sample test questions.
Designed to support the paradigm shift in media and communication, this book presents the basic tenants of strategic communication and its foundational disciplines of advertising, public relations, and marketing communications. Drawing on the latest research in the field, the text introduces students to the theories of strategic communication while at the same time outlining how to apply them t…
Business acumen has emerged as a critical competency for communicators. But if you're a public relations, advertising or communication professional that didn't go to business school, how can you make sure you have the abilities and skills to evolve along with your role? Business Acumen for Strategic Communicators is the book for you. Offering a critical primer for the world of business, Ragas a…
The book covers the core principles necessary for introductory students of both university and executive programs, with a particular focus on how digital technology is shaping communication management in the increasingly volatile environment. Includes Index
This book focuses on corporate communications as the art and craft of managing a company's behaviour and effective communication in society. It examines corporate communications' theoretical and applied aspects, featuring reference to global research, reputational cases and practical models.
Embedded in the emerging field of climate change communication, Thaker provides a comprehensive analysis of enablers and barriers to corporate action on climate change, business role and influence on media coverage of climate change, and its impact on public opinion and the policy-making process. Includes Index
Modern electronic communications may have transformed office life, but there is a danger that interpersonal skills are being neglected. It is essential that everyone is confident in their ability to communicate effectively using the variety of methods available. Communication at Work discusses the skills necessary to use each method of communication in a confident, effective manner. Key topics …
This ground-breaking book redefines campaigning and explains how to create and deliver a compelling campaign that can be applied in any aspect of your professional and personal life. Based on a claim that is both bold and true, this book introduces and demonstrates a new, unique and complete approach to communication for change - the Campaign It! model. It is a model developed and used by leadi…
"Powerful Communication Skills" teaches readers how to speak clearly, listen accurately, and assert themselves effectively. Developing powerful methods of sharing information--whether it's reading, writing, speaking, or listening--can help readers attain higher self-esteem and positive company morale.
This work brings together the experience of educators, trainers and students searching for ways of increasing student motivation. Links between motivation and training, learning and assessment processes are examined through case studies set in a broad range of subject discipline contexts.
Part of a series of pocket guides aimed at enabling the reader to learn a new skill in just 30 minutes, 30 Minutes to Boost Your Communication Skills is packed with ideas and advice on how to boost your oral and written communication skills.
Real-world training for the business world of today and tomorrow. The field's leading text for more than two decades, Business Communication Today continues to provide the cutting-edge coverage that students can count on to prepare them for real business practice. Other textbooks release new editions that don't reflect their copyright year, training students in practices from the last decade-Bo…
Communication in organizations has changed drastically since the release of the first edition of this bestselling textbook. This fully revised and updated edition delves into state-of-the-art studies, providing fresh insights into the challenges that organizations face today. Yet this foundational resource remains a cornerstone in the examination of classic research and theory in organization c…
For courses in Intercultural Business Communication. Prepare future managers to face the differences in business communication across cultures. With the globalization of the world economy, it is imperative for current and future managers to be sensitive to the differences they will encounter in intercultural communication. To help make students aware of these differences, Intercultural Business…
A comprehensive account of corporate communications, including both text and cases. Information new to this edition covers corporate philanthropy, government affairs and community relations.
Written specifically for students interested in knowing more about the organizational and management context of communications, and to get more hands-on learning, practical experience and skills to help them get off to a flying start in their career, this book is a guide to corporate communication that will help students and practitioners navigate the area, understand the main theories and put …