In today’s highly matrixed work environment, the number of people you communicate with daily has exploded. With so much of our work hinging on human collaboration and engagement, your ability to effectively communicate your thoughts and ideas is pivotal to influencing and getting things done through others.
The Effective Communication short course explores the personal impact and the role that communication plays in perception. You will learn a range of proven communication techniques and strategies, allowing you to develop and maintain successful workplace relationships.
Is this course right for you?
This course is designed for anyone who’d like to improve their own personal communication skills to better express information and ideas to others in the workplace, whether in everyday conversations, team settings or challenging discussions.
Elevate your career and save 20% when you bundle this course with Dealing With Difficult Behaviours as part of AIM's Communication Bundle.
Similarly, you can benefit from a savings of 20% when you bundle this course with 7 Skills For Sales Success as part of AIM's Sales Bundle.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:
- Identify and develop your personal communication style while adapting your behaviours to better express your ideas in the workplace
- Understand the role of culture, stereotypes and bias in communication and break down barriers to effectively communicate
- Use active listening v and effective questioning skills to enhance your understanding and show empathy
- Give and receive appropriate feedback and use trusted techniques to deal with difficult situations
For the full 2-day agenda download the expanded Effective Communication Course Guide
Upcoming Courses
Upcoming Virtual Courses
Team Training
The Effective Communication Short Course can be delivered as a Closed Cohort to ensure consistency, alignment, and immediate application in your workplace.
Bring your team together for a shared learning experience that delivers stronger engagement and a cost-effective, scalable solution for upskilling your workforce.
Delivery Modes
On-Campus Workshop – 2-days face-to-face workshops
The benefits of studying in a classroom setting include being able to share first-hand experiences, ideas and questions with peers and our expert facilitators. You’ll study alongside like-minded people and strengthen your network.
Unless otherwise noted, AIM's On-Campus Short Courses begin promptly at 9:00 AM and finish no later than 5:00 PM (Local Time).
Virtual Classroom - 2-days virtual sessions
Utilising highly accessible digital capabilities, virtual classrooms provide the benefits of live learning — working with peers, asking questions with immediate answers from facilitators, and stimulating deeper discussions — with the flexibility of online learning.
AIM's Virtual Short Courses begin at 9:00 AM and finish no later than 5:00 PM (AEDT/AEST). In some instances, we schedule our Virtual Short Courses between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM to accommodate customers who may live on the West Coast of Australia or who prefer a later start time. Specific session times are shown throughout the booking process.
Contextualising training engagements for your industry or organisation maximises relevance and increases the transfer of learning into the workplace. Develop team cohesion and achieve your specific business objectives through a shared, in-house learning solution.
AIM’s experienced learning designers develop both accredited and unaccredited learning engagements to build the critical competencies you need for success. Join over 500 organisations creating compelling and engaging AIM tailored learning solutions for industries including Government, Health, Financial Services, Mining, Manufacturing, Construction and more.
Find out more about AIM's Training Solutions for Organisations
Learn it. Earn it.
Share it.
By completing AIM’s Effective Communication course, you will receive a certificate to recognise the high standard of learning and skill development you have attained. Print your industry-recognised certificate of attainment or share electronically to demonstrate your ever-growing value to employers and peers.
Course Video Overview
This overview video provides a clear introduction to Effective Communication, outlining the key learning outcomes, structure, and practical benefits.
It’s designed to help you understand how the program will support your professional development and contribute to your success.
Other Information
Payment Options
We require full payment to be made upfront prior to attending the training. Payment options we offer include:
- Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard/Amex)
- Direct Deposit (EFT)
- Purchase Order
- Payment Plan - zipMoney
All students receive:
- Comprehensive course notes
- Free access to 3 x Online Short Courses
On-campus students receive:
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Internet access
- Please advise AIM when booking if you have any dietary or accessibility requests.
Virtual students will require the following:
- Computer or mobile device
- An internet connection (broadband/4G+ recommended)
- Speakers and a microphone
- A webcam
Our Facilitators
AIM facilitators are experienced practitioners with a robust mix of academic and practical expertise. We believe the education of the future managers of Australia to be a highly important task.
Who is better placed to teach the art and science of management than those with current, daily real-world experience?
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