This course is intended to introduce students to the theories and practices of contemporary workplace communication, including intercultural communication. Attention is devoted to the ethical and relational implications of communication in the workplace as well as the development of clarity in communication. Assignments include emails, letters, memoranda, reports, proposals, and visual presentations. Students are encouraged to apply their global perspectives to the course concepts.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Theory and Process of Workplace Communication
- 2. Collaborative Writing and Workplace Ethics
- 3. Communicating in the Digital Workplace
- 4. Modes of Persuasion
- 5. Layout, Design and Graphics
- 6. Style and Tone
- 7. Varieties of Workplace Correspondence
- 8. Research Strategies for Workplace Writing
- 9. Employment Correspondence
- 10. Referencing and Citation
- 11. Summaries, Definitions, Descriptions and Instructions
- 12. Reports and Proposals
- 13. Oral Reports and Electronic Presentations
Course schedules
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How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.