One hundred three usable questionnaire were received. Fifty-two usable questionnaires were received. The opinion of deans on which communication competencies are essential for college of business graduates. What communication skills human resource managers believe are essential for entry level college business graduates. The following scale was used by deans and human resources managers to rate each of the business communication competencies.
Competency is absolutely essential for employment.
Competency is quite essential for employment. Competency is somewhat essential but could be learned on the job. Punctuates written communication effectively. Uses personal integrity in all communication. Understands the main idea of a message.