COMS 416 - Business and Professional Communication

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/participation.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330, or permission of instructor.
This course is designed to provide for students with advanced preparation in business and professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on practical experience in designing and implementing message strategies. Subjects covered include interviewing, formal informative and persuasive presentation by individuals and groups, written message construction, interpersonal communication in the workplace, giving and receiving criticism, and presentation of oneself in professional/social settings.