This document discusses group communication and group discussions. It outlines the main purposes of group communication as sharing information, collecting feedback, arriving at decisions, and solving problems. It also describes two main categories of group discussions: organizational discussions and discussions as part of a selection process. Organizational discussions include techniques like brainstorming, nominal group technique, and Delphi technique. Group discussions in selection processes evaluate candidates on knowledge, communication skills, group behavior, and leadership skills. The document provides tips for effective meetings, such as preparing an agenda and choosing an appropriate venue and duration.

1. GROUP
COMMUNICATION
By-sandip ghevariya
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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 to elicit feedback

4. GROUP DISCUSSION
Group discussions are
widely used in many
organizations for decision
making and problem
solving.

5. TWO CATEGORIES OF GROUP
DISCUSSION
Organizational Group Discussions
Group Discussions as a part of a
Selection Process

6. ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP
DISCUSSIONS
Brainstorming
Nominal Group Technique
Delphi Technique

7. GROUP DISCUSSION AS A PART
OF SELECTION PROCESS
Group discussion have become
an integral part of most selection
processes today.

8. Characteristics of Group Discussion
Evaluation Components
 Knowledge
 Communication skills
Active Listening
Clarity of Thought and Expression
Apt Language
Appropriateness of Body Language

9. Group Behaviour
Leadership Skills

10. APPROACH TO TOPICS AND
CASE STUDIES
Group Discussions Based on a Topic
Group Discussions Based on a Case
Study

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

13. PREPARATION
Time
Duration
Agenda
Venue

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