Business Communication and Professional Development. 4

Catalog description

This course enables students to develop the communication and reflection skills necessary to thrive in a professional setting and to create a personal career management strategy. This course will assist students to transition confidently and effectively from college to the workplace or graduate school. Students will be able to communicate proficiently and effectively in various situations. They will also learn to develop and apply successful communication strategies to inform, persuade, and motivate others. Students will be able to write concise business documents and deliver high-quality oral presentations. Through a combination of course and lab work, students will develop the materials necessary to launch a productive, self-directed internship and job search. In addition, class members will develop long-term personal career management strategies, including an understanding of graduate and professional school options. Topics will include aspects of interpersonal communication, nonverbal communication, interview preparation, resume writing, and job search correspondence, as well as the influence of culture, ethics, and technology. Fulfills the Junior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.