Advantages
Group decisions help to combine individual strengths of the group members and hence has a set of varied skill sets applied in the decision-making process. A group decision always means enhanced collective understanding of the course of action to be taken after the decision is taken. A group decision gains greater group commitment since everyone has his/her share in the decision-making process. Group decisions imbibe a strong sense of team spirit amongst the group members and helps the group to think together in terms of success as well as failure. COURSE OBJECTIVES Develop an understanding of the theories and principles of group communication, which are the basis for a variety of group communication situations Improve your problem solving and decision-making skills. Understand what important roles you and other members of your group can play in the group communication process. Learn appropriate ways to assume a leadership role. Improve conflict management skills. Develop your skills in understanding, analyzing, and evaluating small group communication. Learn how to effectively participate in a group project which involves goal setting, planning, and presenting an organized presentation.