Importance of Communication Skills

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    “Communication skills are an essential component in the education of engineering

students to facilitate not just students’ education but also to prepare them for their

future careers.”

Marc Riemer, Faculty of Engineering, Monash University (2007)


This quote emphasizes the importance of communication skills not just in the education of students but also in their future careers (Professional Setting) and daily lives (Casual Setting). As to why is that, it is to have the ability to converse and share ideas proficiently, in doing so would help both parties to bond, learn, and furthermore improve their skills, knowledge, and relationship with one another to have successful career and personal life.

For example, in a professional setting, one can use the opportunity to guide, seek guidance, trade information, establish new partnerships, and improve old ones. Similarly, in a casual setting, one can use the opportunity to widen his/her social network by befriending others. 


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