HOAP: PROF 100_Professional Communications (Professional)

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About Course

  • This course is designed to enhance students’ communication skills in professional settings, with a focus on both written and oral communication. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, students will learn how to craft clear and persuasive messages, communicate effectively across different media (e.g., email, reports, presentations), and understand the nuances of intercultural communication.
  • Topics include professional writing (emails, memos, reports), verbal communication (meetings, interviews, presentations), active listening, nonverbal communication, and communication in diverse environments. By the end of the course, students will have to develop the skills necessary to communicate professionally and effectively in both local and global contexts.

What Will You Learn?

  • Create clear, concise, and well-organized professional documents such as emails, memos, and reports.
  • Communicate clearly and persuasively in one-on-one and group settings, including meetings and presentations.
  • Demonstrate active listening skills to enhance communication and problem-solving in professional contexts.
  • Develop an awareness of cultural differences in communication styles and adapt communication strategies accordingly.
  • Use digital platforms (e.g., email, video conferencing, social media) effectively for professional communication.

Course Content

Module I

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  • LO2: Define the characteristics of Technical, Business, and Professional Writing
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  • LO3: Compare examples of Professional Writing across various industries
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  • LO4: Analyze how Clarity and Conciseness affect the effectiveness of Professional Writing
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  • LO2: Explain the proper tone and style for writing Formal and Informal Business Emails
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  • LO3: Describe how to draft professional Emails that effectively convey messages with proper tone and structure
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  • LO2: Explain how to create a well-structured Memo using proper formatting and tone
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  • LO3: Differentiate between effective and ineffective Workplace Memos
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  • Quiz 1
  • Topic 4: Essentials of Professional Reports
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  • LO1: Define Reports and explain various types of comprehensive Reports
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  • LO2: Demonstrate Formal Reports, comprehending their structure, layout, and drafting technique
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  • LO3: Classify Analytical Reports and provide an overview of their importance
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  • Topic 5: One-on-One Professional Communication
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  • LO1: Recognize the key elements of effective One-on-One Communication in the workplace
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  • LO2: Demonstrate effective Communication techniques in role-playing exercises for Professional interactions
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  • LO3: Identify potential barriers to effective One-on-One Communication and propose solutions
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  • Topic 6: Communicating Clearly in Group Settings
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  • LO1: Define key principles of effective Group Communication
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  • LO2: Describe how to adapt Communication Styles to different Team Members
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  • LO3: Explain the importance of Active Listening and Nonverbal Communication
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  • Topic 7: Leading and Participating in Meetings
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  • LO1: List the roles and responsibilities of participants and leaders in professional meetings
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  • LO2: Explain best practices for preparing for and leading meetings effectively
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  • LO3: Analyze meeting effectiveness based on agenda adherence, participation, and outcomes
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  • Quiz 2
  • Topic 8: Delivering Engaging Presentations
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  • LO1: Define the elements of an effective Business Presentation
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  • LO2: Discuss the 3P Strategy for Effective Presentation
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  • LO3: Describe how to construct the different parts of any Presentation
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  • LO4: Discuss how Participation is Important for Effective Presentation
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  • Topic 9: Persuasive Communication Techniques
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  • LO1: Analyze the structure and components of effective Business Messages
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  • LO2: Demonstrate the ability to deliver Persuasive Business Messages
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  • LO3: Identify and overcome objections in Persuasive Messages
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  • Topic 10: Importance of Active Listening in Communication
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  • LO1: Explain the importance of Active Listening in Interpersonal Communication
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  • LO2: Describe the components of Listening for understanding
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  • LO3: Identify and describe Strategies for overcoming Active Listening Barriers
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  • Topic 11: Understanding Cultural Differences in Communication
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  • LO1: Discuss how Culture significantly influences Business Communication
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  • LO2: Analyze the influence of Cultural and Social factors on Family Communication
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  • LO3: Demonstrate strategies for adapting Communication to diverse cultural contexts
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Final Exam

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