BUSN 205Business Communication

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Business Communications focuses on developing communication competence, an essential component of the skill set necessary to be effective in business. Students will begin by exploring their own personality, emotional intelligence and cultural influences which, in turn, will allow them to better understand others in an increasingly diverse workforce. They will use this awareness to enhance their ability to sell their value to potential employers through written and verbal means. They will practice everyday business communication such as giving and receiving feedback, writing an effective email, and providing impromptu project updates. They will progress to learning how to make organizational contributions by leading meetings and proposing organizational changes in writing and presentation. Finally, they will learn to use effective written and verbal communication to manage organizational conflict. Pre-requisite: BUSN major or permission of instructor