COURSE NAME:  BUS113 Business Communication

Course Description (Detailed Syllabus is released upon registration)

Students will learn the essentials of business communication.  Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1) explain interpersonal skills that contribute to effective and satisfying communication skills and successful social and professional relationships, 2) identify proper writing techniques for effective and concise letters, memos, and emails, and informal and formal reports, 3) describe collaborative and professional ethics in resolving workplace conflicts, and proper business and phone etiquette, and 4) outline successful meetings and problem solving techniques and appropriate contingency plans for unexpected incidents.  

Prerequisites

None

Required Resource Purchases

Textbook’s name, author’s name, and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.  . 

Software and additional resources, including author’s name and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.    

Additional Materials for Learning

Access to a printer or printing shop such as FedEx Kinko’s

Access to high speed Internet and a reliable computer

E-mail account that will be checked daily

Course Grading and Policies

Points from:  Lessons, Assignments, Tests, Classroom Discussion, and Course Portfolio are factors in grade point calculation.

A = 90% – 100%, B = 80% – 89%, C = 70% – 79%, D = 60% – 69%, F = 59% and Below.

Late Assignment Policy: If unable to complete assignments or tests on time, please contact your instructor before the due date.  Assignments or tests submitted after the due date without appropriate excuse and pre-approval will receive a zero score.

Award Upon Completion

The student will receive three credit hours upon completion of the course.