These ability areas are further described below, and for each area a set of assessment guidelines has been developed. The term used to describe the proficiency with which the individual conveys and receives information, ideas, and opinions. To be effective communicators, students must learn to read, write, listen, speak, create, and interpret media across disciplines. The ability to communicate effectively requires the organization of thoughts and ideas into a coherent whole. Individuals must also possess the ability to elicit the thoughts and ideas of others and to collectively forge a consensus.
Leadership is the ability to influence, motivate, and direct others.
Conflict management consists of interventions designed to propitiate competing views held by different individuals. The ability to work effectively in teams requires the individual to sublimate their personal goals to those of the organization. Critical thinking is the term used to describe the ability to reason logically and to put forth arguments with clarity and precision. Effective problem-solving involves four stages. First, one must be able to identify the existence of a problem.