Business Communications syllabus
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Business Communications
7 units
1 I. The Communication Process (8 LHs)
2 II. Business Communication (8 LHs)
3 III. Skills and Values in Business Communication (6 LHs)
4 IV. Writing Electronic and Other Messages (10 LHs)
5 V. Oral Communication (6 LHs)
6 VI. Visuals and Nonverbal Communication (5 LHs)
7 VII. Communication in Career Planning (5 LHs)
1. I. The Communication Process (8 LHs)
- Communication basics, theories and principles
- Methods, modes and systems
- Writing process and importance of communication
- Barriers to communication
2. II. Business Communication (8 LHs)
- Definition, history and nature of business communication
- Purpose, functions and importance
- Components and types
3. III. Skills and Values in Business Communication (6 LHs)
- Organizational, interpersonal and leadership communication
- Professionalism, writing and listening
- Ethical values and cross-cultural sensitivity
4. IV. Writing Electronic and Other Messages (10 LHs)
- Memos, notices, letters and emails
- Blogs, advertisements and press releases
- Business plans, grants, proposals and reports
5. V. Oral Communication (6 LHs)
- Oral communication and presentation strategies
- Telephone calls
- Nonverbal communication
- Conversations and negotiations
6. VI. Visuals and Nonverbal Communication (5 LHs)
- Visual aids, pictures, charts and graphics
7. VII. Communication in Career Planning (5 LHs)
- Job search planning and execution
- Resumes, references and cover letters
- Group discussion and interviews