Communication A thorough and practical introduction to the skills of effective communication in organizational and professional settings. Based on current theory and research, the course emphasizes acquiring skills and applying theory to organizational communication challenges. Ol 200 Methods of Critical Inquiry Prerequisite, Eng 104 or equivalent.
Students examine knowledge and research as they pertain to leadership and organizational studies.
Development of research, writing, and presentation skills. An overview of basic supervisory skills required for front-line administrators, covering principles, techniques, and steps in the administrative process. An introductory survey course developing a rudimentary understanding of leadership and the skills manifested by effective leaders. Explores leadership principles through a combination of readings, videos, discussion, self-assessments and exercises. Ol 300 Introduction to Organizational Behavior Deepens understanding of human behavior in organizations, and how structural conditions shape and constrain individual choices.