2. PURPOSE OF GROUP
COMMUNICATION
To share and exchange information
and ideas
To collect information or feedback on
any project/policy/scheme
To arrive at a decision on important
matters
3. To solve a problem which is of
concern to the organization as a
whole
To discuss the issues related to a
particular topic in relation to the group
itself or for the benefit of a larger
audience
To elaborate upon any work
undertaken or research done in order
7. GROUPDISCUSSION AS A PART OF
SELECTION PROCESS
Group discussion have become an
integral part of most selection
processes today.
8. Evaluation Components
Knowledge
Communication skills
Active Listening
Clarity of Thought and Expression
Apt Language
Appropriateness of Body Language
Characteristics of Group Discussion
11. MEETINGS
INFORMAL PURPOSES
To communicate important or sensitive
information
To explore new ideas and concepts
To provide feedback
To present a report
To gain support for an idea, or project
12. DECISION-MAKING PURPOSES
To reach a decision
To solve a problem
To reconcile a conflict
To negotiate an agreement
To win acceptance for a new idea, plan or
system
