Business Reporting

Catalog description

The course is designed to develop proficient writing skills expected of business and financial journalists. It will cover numerous tools like information gathering, use of online resources and interviewing techniques. Additional techniques include the understanding of financial statements and business statistics, the relationship of business and community, and the role of government, law and ethics in business. Students will learn how to research and write business news articles for traditional and new media. Classroom Hours- Laboratory and/ or Studio Hours- Course Credits: 3-0-3 Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: JOUR 101 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3