BUS. 401 - Business Communications

    Recent Professors
    Janet L. Laurin
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    35–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or demonstrated ability to succeed in the course
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    An overview of effective business communication skills and their direct relationship to workplace success. Emphasis is placed on the planning, organizing, composing, and revising of business documents such as letters, memos, reports, and emails. Presentation skills, professional behavior in the workplace, and current communication technologies are included with an emphasis on real world problem solving. Digital communication topics include presentation software, emails, business-relevant social media, and mobile technologies.