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Communicate effectively, assertively, and with confidence!
This 6-week course will be held at EUR campus Woudestein and will start on the week of April 15th, see time-slots down below.
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This 6-week course will be held at EUR campus Woudestein and will start on the week of April 15th, see time-slots down below.
According to a study by the European Association of Communication Directors, 92% of employees believe that good communication skills are critical for career success. Often you will need to stand up for yourself, speak up your mind, or navigate a complex potentially conflicting situation.
What if you could better understand and influence others without being seen as pushy or arrogant? Effective communication is KEY in all aspects of life and can help you go further in your career.
In this 6-week course, you will learn how to communicate your thoughts and ideas with confidence and clarity, how to read and understand nonverbal cues, and how to communicate assertively in challenging situations.
During the introduction session, you'll meet your instructor and establish a comfortable group. You will experience the first exercises focusing on assertive communication and explore why and how to improve your communication skills.
In this session, you will learn how your body language or tone of your voice can impact how assertive you come across. Through a series of exercises and roleplay, you will practice assertive communication as well as receive feedback from your peers and trainer.
When talking about getting your message across most people think about how to express your idea clearly but that’s only half of the equation. In this lesson, you will also learn techniques of active listening to ensure your message was not only well formulated but also well received.
This session explores Non-Violent communication (NVC), a communication approach developed by clinical psychologist Marshall Rosenberg that can help to prevent conflict and miscommunication. It will help you to clearly and assertively express your observations, feelings, needs, and requests, which are also 4 key components of NVC.
In this session, you will further practice applying principles of Non-Violent communication and lessons learned in a course so far to roleplay scenarios such as providing feedback or approaching potential conflict.
In the last lesson, we will have a look at how communication happens when more individuals are involved. You will learn about the principles of group dynamics, and how to effectively communicate in a team.
Discover what our past students have to say about the impact of the Assertive & Effective Communication course.
Check out what our students have to say about their journey with our 6-week Assertive and Effective Communication course! They've transformed their communication skills and have the confidence to take on any challenge .
Erasmus University Rotterdam students and recent alumni can enjoy the Assertive & Effective Communication course for free, thanks to the support of the Community for Learning and Innovation at Erasmus University Rotterdam. To secure your spot, a small deposit fee of 20€ is required during registration. Learn more about it here.
Get 100% free access with a commitment boost! A small deposit of 20€ secures your spot and is refunded upon successful completion.
Devote 4 hours a week, including 1 hour for prep and 2.5 hours for training, to complete the course and achieve success.
Showcasing your new skills to future employers with a badge in EduBadges, the official extracurricular certification platform from EUR.
(not this cohort)
Zey is an academic tutor, bachelor thesis supervisor, and co-coordinator for the course, Personality Disorders. With a curious mind, she has been exploring the impact of communication in her career as an academic and psychologist-in-training. Through facilitating intimacy & consent workshops, Zey has come to deeply appreciate the role of communication in building authentic and meaningful relationships. This background shapes her approach as a trainer, aiming to guide others with warmth, playfulness and an inviting attitude towards exploring the “discomfort” zone of communication.
Mondays or Wednesday at 16h00
Cameron is an entrepreneurial community builder with over two years of experience in teaching and facilitation. His diverse communication experiences includes video reporting, podcasting, counselling, handling client/business relations and planning events. Cameron travels the globe, immersing himself in diverse cultures and communities to understand how we as human beings connect. From the humble huts of the Amazonian rainforest to the sacred sites of India, and back to the cosy living rooms of Rotterdam, he studies the dynamics of communication. In his classes, Cameron seamlessly blends psychological insights with engaging exercises, infused with humor, compassion, and creativity. Developing authentic, collaborative and meaningful connection is at the foundation of everything Cameron does, both professionally and personally. Ultimately, Cameron aims to empower others to communicate effectively, advocate for themselves and others, and seize the opportunities life offers.
Small parts of some sessions might be recorded, or screenshots of the zoom calls might be taken for communication, education and/or marketing purposes.
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