Course Overview
This course expands the scope and complexity of the communication skills learned in COMM 1135, and teaches the fundamentals of job searches, productive meetings, conflict resolution, and report writing. Students learn to format and write resumes and letters, including cover letters and bad news messages. They also learn how to perform optimally in job interviews, and assess their performance and that of others.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in COMM 1135
Credits
2.0
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Write effective job application letters and resumes.
- Take part in job interviews.
- Write persuasive requests and collection letters.
- Write incident reports and progress reports.
- Write simple proposals.
- Identify useful conflict resolution strategies.
- Critically evaluate information to determine if it is accurate, relevant, and complete, and to use critical thinking to develop strong arguments.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2016
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