An Introduction to Business Writing

Overview

Subject area

BUS

Catalog Number

160W

Course Title

An Introduction to Business Writing

Department(s)

Description

Emphasis on basic writing principles covering planning, analysis of audience and purpose, generating and organizing ideas, grammar, the use of drafts, and effective presentations with applications to the types of documents used by finance professionals. Specific topics include effective writing for resumes, letters, memos, and reports, as well as guidelines for professional email correspondence. The final writing project requires an oral presentation.

Typically Offered

All Terms

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Course Attributes

WRIC - WRIC (Writing Intensive)

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

008285

Course Schedule