2. Introductions
The word is derived from the latin word “Communicare” which means to
share, to make common, to impart, to participate, to convey or to
transmit.
Communication is the sum of all the things one person does when he
wants to create understanding in the mind of another; it involves a
systematic and continuous process of telling, listening and
understanding.
According to Robert Anderson, “Communication is interchange of
thoughts, opinions or information by speech, writings or science.”
3. Nature of communication
It is universal.
Communication is unavoidable.
It is a continuous process.
It is a two- way process.
Short-lived process.
Needs proper understanding.
Leads to achievement of the organizational objective.
Dispels misunderstanding.
4. Role of communication
Managing complexity all around
Better understanding and cooperation
Big organization management
Enhance cohesion in the department or organization
Image of the company improves
Profit increases
Employed turnover is less
Customer interaction is better
Dissemination and collection of information is easier
5. Purpose of communication
To give and receive information
To convey the right message
To provide advice
To receive suggestion
To persuade people
To motivate people
To provide counselling
To issue orders and instructions
To impart educations and training
To issue warning and notice
To improve morale
To improve discipline
7. Importance of communication
Basis of managerial functions
Efficient functioning
Stimulates initiative and creativity
Job satisfaction and good morale
Building human relation
Avoid illusion
Maximum production at minimum cost
Prompt decision and its implementation
8. Principles of communication / 7C’ s of communication
Conciseness
Correctness
Clarity
Concreteness
Consideration
Completeness
Courtesy
9. Classification of communication
communication
On the basis of
organizational
structure
Formal
communication
Informal
communication
On the basis of
direction
Vertical
Downward Upward
Horizontal Diagonal
On the basis of
way of expression
Verbal
communication Written
communication
Gestural
communication
10. Barriers and Gateway of communications
Reasons for barriers
• Physical barrier
• Wrong choose of medium
• Defensiveness
• Time and distance
• Difference in knowledge, language, understanding
Gateway (essentials) of communication
• Plan the message
• Clarity in message
• Use proper language
• Have unbiased attitude