English - ENG 106

Course Description

This course examines verbal and nonverbal communication theories and methods relating to business. Students write business documents and apply a variety of methods for collecting and presenting data.

Prerequisites

(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)

Course Competencies

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• Apply the writing process in business communication (purpose, audience, topic, drafting, revising, editing and publishing).
• Construct short, written communications, including e-mails, memos and letters.
• Use direct and indirect formats in both written and oral communication.
• Revise writing for correctness, consistency and effectiveness.
• Edit writing for tone and readability.
• Complete a research-based business project.
• Translate applicable research into a formal business report using appropriate research methodology and ethical reporting standards.
• Demonstrate presentation skills applicable to the business environment.
• Develop collaborative and team management skills.

Course Schedule