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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Business 107
Course Description and Outline


BUS 107: Business Speech Communications


2007-2008
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Business
Academic Division Business and Computer Technology
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Focuses on speech communication skills. Includes effective listening and feedback methods, voice improvement, group and team interaction, developing messages for positive and negative audiences, preparation and presentation of an oral report.
II : Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should/should be able to:

  1. Become aware of basic elements of human communication
  2. Understand the available communication options
  3. Practice ethical conduct and social responsibility
  4. Identify various aspects of psychological and physiological aspects of oral communication
  5. Recognize the importance of nonverbal communication
  6. Use primary and secondary sources of information effectively in the preparation of presentations
  7. Understand social, ethical, legal, and diversity issues
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

BUS 107--Business Speech Communication--meets a General Education requirement of the following degrees: Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies

BUS 107 promotes Student Learning Outcomes:

1. have college-level skills in reading, writing, and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

2. have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.

3. have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.

4. understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.

5. have appropriate technological skills, including computer skills.

Sections II and III were prepared on April 25, 2006. Please contact the Business and Computer Technology division for more information.
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