Theories and processes of small groups are reviewed as relevant to enhance communication skills necessary for productive group interaction. Emphasis is placed on the types of small group discussions oriented towards effective problem solving, decision- making, and conflict management, as well as the role of leadership in the process, focusing on the behaviour of groups and leaders as inherently communicative. Students will study small group and leadership communication theory, research, and practice from several different perspectives, focusing on how group synergy emerges from the communication.