Proposal Writing for Interior Design COMM 7520

Combining online and in-class components, this course assists students in researching, writing, and presenting a formal proposal that forms a base for the Capstone Project (INTD 8500). Students will also focus on building a professional persona through effective business communication. They will learn interviewing skills and apply them in an interview with a chosen advisor(s). They will report on best practices in the proposal process during a seminar with peers. Students will seek approval for the project topic and outline their proposed program in professional communications with their Interior Design and Communication faculty. Students will use research methodologies and compile evidence to support the success of their design solutions. They will summarize their research findings and sources and will also incorporate reflections on their professional practice during the research process. Students will also choose appropriate graphics and visual media to illustrate their proposals in consultation with the Interior Design and Communication faculty. Students will deliver a formal presentation on their design program and concepts, to be developed further in COMM 8520 Professional Communication Skills for Interior Design and INTD 8500 Capstone Project. As a co-requisite with INTD 7500 Capstone Proposal, including shared assignments, this course provides instruction and critique specific to the structure, wording, and format of the various topics.