Syllabus for Business Communications

Course Syllabus

Course Description:

A study of the types of communication required to function effectively in the business environment. Students will learn about message strategy, effective business writing including formal report writing and other business correspondence, presentation skills, verbal and non-verbal components of communication, and dyadic and small-group communication. Appropriate computer technology will be incorporated into the course such as use of the Internet, e-mail, etc.

Prerequisites: BUS 216, ITM 100, and COM 225.

Course Outcomes/Learning Objectives:

This course will cover the different types of communication necessary to function effectively within the business environment. This course will focus on enhancing critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills related to communication. Students will learn about non-verbal and verbal communication, effective written skills, creating letters, memos and resumes, delivering a persuasive presentation, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and developing and delivering presentations individually and within groups.

Other course objectives are as follows:

Demonstrate an understanding of the different modes of communication and how to leverage them effectively in the workplace.
Plan, write, and produce a wide variety of messages and documents in the appropriate style for each audience and situation.
Create a working resume portfolio and develop a personal persuasive pitch for how you will sell yourself to a future employer.
Gain self-awareness around personal communication skills and learn how to effectively and respectfully provide and receive constructive feedback.
Learn how to work collaboratively with a team to produce a professional business presentation.

Textbook:

Great news!
Your textbook for this class is available for free online!

You can access it at the link below:

Advanced Professional Communications: A Principled Approach to Workplace Writing

You have several options to obtain this book:

View online
Download a PDF

You can view the text online at any time. You can also download a copy to your device for your own personal use.

Additional Resources:

This course will utilize a supplemental 2nd textbook for some of our course work.

You can access it at the link below:

Business Communication for Success

We will also be utilizing the APA Publication Manual 7th edition.

American Psychological Association (2020). Publication manual (7th ed.). American Psychological Association.

APA FORMAT REQUIREMENTS

Adherence to APA format will be considered in the evaluation of all written assignments. There are multiple resources at your fingertips for you to utilize while preparing your written assignments. Find them. Use them. Please see links provided under the Modules tab (Week 1 and Week 2) for several resources and sample papers. I have also listed several additional resources to help with grammar and presentation skills.

You may also consider renting, buying or checking out a copy from the library of the APA Publication Manual (7^th ed). CCOB also has APA manuals that you can use – please see instructor for access. If you have any questions regarding formatting or how to access needed materials and resources message me promptly.

By adhering to APA format, you not only enhance the quality and credibility of your work but also develop essential skills for your academic and professional future.

Free writing assistance through Grammarly. Helpful for editing.	www.grammarly.comLinks to an external site.
Free Graphics & Design Assistance through Canva. Great for posters and presentations.	https://www.canva.comLinks to an external site.
APA Publication Guidelines. Helpful for understanding how to cite and reference literature.	https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/references/examplesLinks to an external site.
Additional APA guides through Allara Library	https://libguides.library.upike.edu/ld.php?content_id=20669472Links to an external site.