COM 31 — Business Communications
This course focuses on the communication skills of college graduates entering the business field. It is an introduction to the principles of writing business correspondence and reports. Emphasis will be placed on the outlining of ideas and the development of the composition of written communications such as routine letters, memos, email messages and reports. The course will also emphasize the importance of being purpose-oriented and audience-aware. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to produce professional, clear, concise, evidence-driven, persuasive writing, spoken communication, and visual/graphic communication.