MBA 504 - Leading, Communicating and Building High-Performance Teams

(3 credits)

This course covers the factors necessary for successful written, verbal, and media communications within a connected business environment. Course topics include: Effective written and verbal communications, persuasive speaking and presenting, use of presentation/multimedia tools, and management of group meetings/gatherings. Students will utilize a variety of tools, including social networks, presentation software, and other media tools. As well, behavioral aspects of business communications will also be explored, inclusive of non-verbal cues and the changing role of inter-generational interaction. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Microsoft Office 95/97, Word, and Power Point, or similar software.