WR 214 Business Communication
Explores writing as a strategy for problem-solving in business settings. Develops analytical skills and audience awareness in complex writing situations. Includes group problem-solving, fact-finding interviewing, library research, evaluating ethical issues, developing appropriate formats and composing, revising, designing, and editing business documents. Emphasizes written and oral communication in business, including information gathering, writing, editing, listening, interviewing, nonverbal communication, and collaboration.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite:
WR 121 English Composition.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
As Writing Other,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Plan, draft, revise and edit a variety of workplace documents designed for a specific audience, including positive, negative and persuasive letters and memos, 6 8 page problem solving report or proposal, and job application documents. Use document design strategically, given a specific audience and purpose. Gather, evaluate, synthesize and present primary and secondary research, using MLA Modern Language Association or APA American Psychology Association guidelines to document sources. Plan, present and evaluate oral presentations. Understand the importance of verbal and nonverbal communication. Recognize and evaluate issues related to workplace communication. Work effectively alone, with supervisor, with peers and in teams. Locate, evaluate and use computer and information technologies efficiently, ethically, and productively.