Professional Writing and Presentation

This course examines the neccessity for effective and thoughtful communication in the business world.  Students will learn how to compose business documents in appropriate formats, choose appropriate professional language, and enhance knowledge of professional business modalities. Emphasis is placed on defining one's audience; research methods; data collection, interpretation, and documentation; critical analysis and comprehension of written materials and documents; employing gender neutral language; constructing and delivering professional presentations individually and/or within a collaborative group setting.