Unit 1.ppt

After studying this unit, you are expected to:

• acquire both basic knowledge about workplace dress codes, codes of conduct, business etiquette, notice writing, company events and skills to complete related operations;

• use expressions concerning workplace activities mentioned above, and demonstrate the communicative skills needed to complete those operations;

• understand the importance of company dress codes and codes of conduct.

Code of Conduct

A code of conduct is a set of rules outlining the responsibilities of, or proper practices for, an individual, party or organization. A common code of conduct is written for employees of a company, which protects the business and informs the employees of the company's expectations. It is ideal for even the smallest of companies to form a document containing important information on expectations for employees. The document does not need to be complex or have elaborate policies, but the file needs a simple basis of what the company expects from each employee.

Notice

Notices are effective means of written communication to reach a large audience. They are often used to announce social events, report on matters of general interest to employees, or inform staff of new procedures or changes of plan, etc. There are two main types of notices: notices that are circulated among those who are concerned and notices that are referred to as announcements, to be placed on the bulletin boards or to be published in the press. An effective notice is usually written in three parts: 

1. State the matter in the first line of the body or in the first part;

2. Specify the background, details, explanations or qualifications;

3. Provide information in the last part if the event intends to motivate actions.