COM

This course is designed to introduce you to basic skills, principles, and contexts of communication in business and professional settings. Verbal and nonverbal elements of communication are emphasized. Practice is provided in skills and principles associated with presentations, interviews, and meetings. The course fulfills the oral communication component of the University's General Education requirements. The course will examine all facets of communication in a modern business context; small group, interpersonal, intercultural, and presentations. Particular emphasis will be placed on public communication for modern business settings, and effective use of media aids.