This course is designed to develop students’ knowledge of and skills in oral communication. It focuses on the speech-making process, rhetorical analysis, and the ethics of public speaking. Students will prepare, present and respond to public speeches on a regular basis. Offered as needed.

Provides the foundation in public communication required for professional success in contemporary business. Topics include formal, informal, rehearsed, and extemporaneous speeches; preparing an effective presentation; group speech delivery; techniques for overcoming anxiety and elevating self-confidence; and videotape and written feedback evaluation strategies. Offered as needed.

Provides the foundation in public communication required for professional success in contemporary business. Topics include formal, informal, rehearsed, and extemporaneous speeches; preparing an effective presentation; group speech delivery; techniques for overcoming anxiety and elevating self-confidence; and videotape and written feedback evaluation strategies. Offered as needed.

Topic to be specified each semester course offered.

Topic to be specified each semester course offered.

A combination of basic as well as advanced techniques used in speech. Emphasis will be placed on improving voice and diction techniques as used in the communications process. Students will learn to speak to be understood, with emphasis on clarity. Offered as needed.

An intensive study of the theory and practice of public speaking. Strategies and techniques for effective public speaking will be discussed in depth and a variety of experiences in public speaking will be offered. Offered as needed.

An analysis of the communication process in small groups. Special emphasis is placed on the theories and practices, which pertain to decision-making groups. Offered as needed.

An analysis of the communication process in small groups. Special emphasis is placed on the theories and practices which pertain to decision-making groups. Offered as needed.

This course provides an analysis of the skills and processes needed for effective communication in groups and teams. Topics include the communication process, the role of culture and paradigms in understanding meaning, group roles and dynamics, and interpersonal communication skills for the workplace. Special emphasis is placed on the theories and practices, which pertain to conflict management and decision-making. Offered as needed.

Topic to be specified each semester course offered.

Topic to be specified each semester course offered.