Workplace Communication Skills

Course code HOSP 1506

Credit 3.0

Length 45.0 hours

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Students explore current business communication complexities including intercultural communication, effective communication strategies suitable for the digital age, and written and verbal professional etiquette. Students practice effective communication skills in a variety of real-life industry situations facing managers today from having a difficult one-one conversation to presenting a business proposal. They will develop leadership skills in the areas of gaining consensus, negotiations, and change management. Students apply organizational psychology to advance their communication and conflict resolution skills relevant to managing people in the workplace.

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. Business Communication Foundations in a Digital Age 2. Active Listening / Effective Questioning 3. Communication Style Assessment 4. Professional Etiquette 5. Intercultural Communication 6. One to One vs Group Communication and Facilitation 7. Feedback and Evaluations 8. Conflict ResolutionNegotiation Strategies 9. Reports, Proposals and 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

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† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.