Unit1
Unit 1
8 hrsIntroduction to Personality: Meaning. Significance, Functions and Objectives. Theories of Personality. Types of Personality. Personality Disorders- types. causes. symptoms and their treatment.
Syllabus
5 units · 40 lecture hoursUnit2
Unit 2
8 hrsCommunication Skills and Personality Development. Team Building. Leadership Skills. Body Language and interpersonal communication. Strategies to enhance communication.
Unit3
Unit 3
8 hrsPersonality Development- Building self-esteem, self-confidence. Time Management and Efficient Planning. Stress Management — Meaning. types. coping measures. Self-Acceptance. Self-Growth. Conflict Management. Steps in grooming student personality.
Unit4
Unit 4
6 hrsBusiness Etiquettes and table manners. Public Speaking. Interviews and Group Discussions. Telephone Conversations. Business Meetings. Morality and Ethics.
Unit5
Unit 5
10 hrsSelf-Exploration and Interpersonal Communication :Meaning and importance of self-exploration in personality development, Techniques for self-reflection and self-awareness, Goal setting based on personal insights, Building positive self-image. Johari Window Model for Communication: concept and origin, Application of Johari Window in enhancing self-awareness and interpersonal communication Group activities and reflection exercises using the Johari Window model
Course Objectives
- To define and differentiate key personality concepts, theories, types, and disorders along with their causes, symptoms, and treatments.
- To apply and improve communication, body language, leadership, and team-building skills essential for interpersonal effectiveness.
- To develop and practice self-confidence, time and stress management, self-acceptance, and conflict resolution for overall personality growth.
- To demonstrate and perform professional etiquettes, public speaking, interviews, group discussions, and business communication skills.
- To evaluate and respond ethically in business and social settings by integrating values, feedback, and continuous self-improvement.
- To participate and relate learned skills through simulations and real-life scenarios to enhance holistic personality development.
Course Outcomes (COs)
After completion of the course student will be able to:
- CO1Understand the meaning, significance, and objectives of personality, and identify different types and theories of personality. Recognize symptoms, causes, and treatments of personality disorders.K1, K2 (Remembering, Understanding)
- CO2Develop communication and interpersonal skills including body language, teamwork, and leadership that contribute to personality development. Apply strategies to enhance effective communication.K3, K4 (Applying, Analyzing)
- CO3Enhance self-esteem, self-confidence, and manage time and stress effectively. Develop planning skills, accept self-growth, and resolve conflicts to support personal and professional grooming.K3, K4, K5 (Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating)
- CO4Apply business etiquette, public speaking techniques, and group discussion skills. Demonstrate appropriate conduct in interviews, telephone conversations, meetings, and ethical decision-making.K3, K4, K5 (Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating)
- CO5Perform self-exploration and goal setting through self-awareness techniques. Use the Johari Window model to improve self-understanding and interpersonal communication. Participate in reflective and group exercises.K3, K4, K5 (Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating)
References
- Sharma P. & Agarwal J. (2020). Dynamics of Behaviour. Books River Publication.
- Sharma. P. (2019). Soft Skills: Personality Development for Life Success. BPB publications.
- Vaughn. G. R.. & Roth, C. B. (1947). Effective personality building. McGraw-Hill Book Company.
Official AKTU syllabus
This subject is on page 10, 11, 12 of the original AKTU PDF.