Orientation, diagnostic speaking assessment, and fundamentals of effective communication. Verbal and non-verbal communication: body language, paralanguage, proxemics. Introduction to Group Discussion: purpose, formats, evaluation criteria. Types of GD: topic-based, abstract, case-based discussions. Listening skills for discussions; turn-taking and active engagement. GD strategies: initiation, building arguments, supporting with examples. Managing interruptions, consensus building, and summarisation techniques. Mock GD rounds with peer and instructor feedback. Basics of Public Speaking; overcoming stage fear; structuring speech, elevator pitch. Presentation structure: introduction, body, conclusion; clarity and coherence. Designing effective PPT slides, visual aids, and delivery techniques. Case-based Communication Simulations, Interpersonal communication, Individual presentation assessment and reflective feedback incorporation.