MBAMGT697C Special Topics: Written Communications for Managers
Course Description
This course stresses fundamental theories and strategies needed for effective writing in diverse management situations. The course perspective is that of the manager in a multinational organization; the course focus is on the impact of written message on receivers both internal and external to the organization; the course content is communication in the global marketplace, bearing in mind that although English is used extensively in doing business in the world communication is always influenced by culture. Written communication topics will focus on areas, such a audience awareness, organizational strategies, content development, language control, persuasion, and intercultural communication. Although most work is done in writing, students will be able to make effective communication choices. This course provides rigorous instruction in analytical reading, critical thinking, and business writing for Management students.

Prerequisite: MBAMGT 650. Permission of department. For more information, please contact department (617.287.7720).
Course Video
Video IntroductionClosed Captioned
Academic Information
Credits: 3
Schedule & Fee
Dates: Jun 1 - Jul 15
Class #: 3687
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total Course Fee: $1335
Instructor
Katherine Hatzis
Katherine.hatzis@umb.edu
Wimba Requirement
UMB online courses use Wimba classroom (a live discussion tool) at least twice during the semester. Information about Horizon Wimba can be found at www.dlvpc.umb.edu/wimbasupport.htm. Your course instructor will inform you about dates and times of course meetings in Wimba Classroom.