Intro to business communication 250
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This document provides an overview of an introductory business communication course. It lists critical thinking questions about how information technologies have changed communication, work, and life over the last 5 years. Students are instructed to discuss their answers in small groups and write a summary to present to the class. Core communication skills sought by employers, such as written and oral communication, teamwork, and critical thinking, are also discussed. An upcoming assignment on Toyota case studies is introduced, along with tips on how to write an effective memo.
Intro to business communication 250
- 2. Critical thinking question: To get a feel for how rapidly information technologies are changing and how significant the impact is on business, list all the information technologies (devices and applications) that you’ve learned to use over the last five years. Now reflect on how your communication, work, and life have changed as a result of these technologies.
- 3. Form small groups of 2-3 students. Make introductions. Conceptualize what background factors might have influenced your answers to the previous exercise. Write a brief summary to present to the class.
- 4. What do you believe are core skills related to communication that are sought for by employers?
- 5. NACE’s Job Outlook Survey 2016 identified the following core skills:
- 9. Let’s talk about the syllabus
- 10. 1st Writing Assignment Toyota Case Study: Read the two Toyota Case Studies posted on Blackboard. In memo form, write a critical reader’s response evaluating the validity of the claims the authors are making.
- 11. Writing an effective memo
- 12. Read the memo on the following slide and take notes Evaluate the writing style, take note of the use of polysyllabic words, the passive voice, and sentence structure. Note any inconsistencies between the writing style and the content of the message. Evaluate the tone. Make a list of any information that you believe is useful.
- 15. A memo should include the following parts: Include a specific subject line. Open with a clear statement of purpose. Provide a brief summary. Use informative headings. End with a clear recommendation.
- 18. Let’s go home!