Business and Economics

Product Details

Business Communications (BUS-222)
Location:
Various: distance learning format

Length:
Varies (self-study; self-paced)

Dates:
August 2017 - Present.

Subject Area:
Business and Economics

Number of Credits:
3

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: define the communication process and explain the importance of effective business communication; explain how diversity in organizations affects business communications; identify techniques and strategies for improving interpersonal communications; describe social media tools and explain how they are changing the nature of business communications; explain how computer technologies are used for communicating in the business environment, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, and presentation software); evaluate business messages, reports, and proposals; and develop and deliver oral presentations.

Instruction:
This course provide students with knowledge and skills to effectively communicate in global business environments. Students identify and use computer technologies and social media tools for conducting interpersonal communications with diverse organizations. Additionally, students develop and evaluate both written and oral business communications.

Credit Recommendation:
In the lower division associate/baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business, Communications, Cultural Studies, Arts, Education or College Success (8/17). NOTE: Completion of four writing assignments, one audio/visual presentation and a final examination, as outlined in the course syllabus, is a requirement for students who want to access credit recommendations.


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