Applied organizational communication : theory and practice in a global environment

Author(s)

    • Harris, Thomas E.
    • Nelson, Mark D.

Bibliographic Information

Applied organizational communication : theory and practice in a global environment

Thomas E. Harris, Mark D. Nelson

(LEA's communication series)

Routledge, c2008

3rd ed

  • : hardcover
  • : softcover

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First published: Mahwah, N.J. : Lawrence Erlbaum Associates

Includes bibliographical references (p. 391-442) and indexes

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Applied Organizational Communication provides a current, in-depth analysis of the theories and practices critical to understanding organizational communication concepts in a global environment. Exploring the diverse communication challenges in today's organizations, this text: Explains the impact of critical environmental influences on all levels; Provides extensive discussion of teams, leadership, technology, listening, and interpersonal communication; Offers current analysis, utilizing a broad base of information and research; and Establishes links between organizational communication and perceptions, theory, networks, and symbolic behavior. Building on the successful foundation of the previous editions, this third edition has been thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the most current organizational communication theory and research. Features of this edition include: Extensive real life examples and experiences Grounding in transactional communication and advanced systems approaches Macro and micro analyses of key topics and issues As an accessible and practical examination of organizational communication, this text is intended for use in organizational communication, leadership, organizational development, and organizational intervention courses at the advanced undergraduate and graduate level.

Table of Contents

Contents: Preface. Adopting a Perspective. Perception and Paradigms. Understanding Organizations: An Overview of Management and Organizational Perspectives. Verbal Communication. Nonverbal Communication. Networks and Channels. Symbolic Behavior. Listening. Effective Interpersonal Communication in Organizations. Small Group and Team Communication. Effective Leadership in Organizations. New Communication Technology.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA89316493
  • ISBN
    • 9780805859409
    • 9780805859416
  • LCCN
    2007017210
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    New York
  • Pages/Volumes
    xi, 469 p.
  • Size
    23 cm
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