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BUS 130 - Business Communications


Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours

Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG 101  

 
Description
This course develops a student’s skills in writing effective business letters, reports and research projects. Verbal communication skills and the preparation of resumes and other job related materials are studied.


Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Illustrate a basic understanding of the theory, concepts and principles of business communications.
  2. Apply the principles through written assignments and in-class communications.
  3. Use business communication principles in academic, professional and personal lives.
  4. Present the principles of effective business communications.
  5. Apply the planning process as it pertains to business communications.
  6. Recognize the importance of the editing process in business communications.
  7. List the various types and styles of written communications.
  8. Define the importance of an oral presentation as it relates to meetings, conferences and interviews.
  9. Recognize the importance of listening.
  10. Apply various communication strategies when seeking employment.
  11. Recognize communication differences in a culturally diverse environment.
Listed Topics
  1. Communication foundations
  2. Communication analysis
  3. Communication through voice, electronic and written messages
  4. Communication through reports and business presentations
  5. Communicating about work and jobs
Reference Materials
Current textbook and supplementary materials.
Approved By: Johnson, Alex Date Approved: 05/28/2013


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