BUSA 201 Business Communications*
The effectiveness, correctness, and the psychology of letter and report writing will be stressed through the preparation of a variety of business correspondence. Specific writing problems will be used in conjunction with various cases to provide students with realistic opportunities to develop writing skills following a designated style. Oral presentation skills included.
BUSA 201Business Communications*
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
45
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Prerequisite Narrative
ENGL 101
III. Catalog Course Description
The effectiveness, correctness, and the psychology of letter and report writing will be stressed through the preparation of a variety of business correspondence. Specific writing problems will be used in conjunction with various cases to provide students with realistic opportunities to develop writing skills following a designated style. Oral presentation skills included.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Apply effective writing and formatting techniques to the composition of professional e mails, inter office memos, business letters, proposals, and reports.
- Understand the steps to prepare for a successful job search and interview and develop a strategically planned, customized resume.
- Learn effective techniques for creating and presenting oral reports.
- Develop an awareness of business etiquette, ethics, and the relationship between professional and ethical behavior on the job.
- Use effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
Personal Resume and Cover Letter Business Proposal Business Presentation Exams Assessment of mandatory assignments 1. 2.