Business Writing

This course is designed for students who expect to write in their future employment. Successful employees know how to communicate clearly and effectively, changing writing style and content for varying audiences and purposes. This class will focus on the difficult task of meeting readers' needs while simultaneously representing your best interests and those of your employer. To meet that end, the assignments will cover a variety of tasks produced under different circumstances, some done quickly during class and some polished and perfected over time. Students completing the semester's work should see a visible improvement in their writing, especially in terms of clarity and precision.

Roy, Debopriyo. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2005). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Business Writing

This course provides an introduction to business writing, which includes business reports, memos, and letters; this course is particularly appropriate for students in business and related areas, although it is open to students from any major. The course requires critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, ingenuity, and a significant commitment of time to complete the writing assignments.

Clark, Dave. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Business Writing

ENGL 420 teaches students the rhetorical principles and writing practices necessary for producing effective business letters, memos, reports, and collaborative projects in professional contexts. The curriculum is informed by current research in rhetoric and professional writing and is guided by the needs of business, industry, and society at large, as well as by the needs of Purdue students and programs.

Clark, Tracy. Purdue University (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Advanced Professional Writing

This course is designed for undergraduates and graduates interested in the professional writing and publishing of both print based and electronic documents. Through a variety of projects, we will cover advanced theories of document design, web-based publishing, educational media, information delivery, and multimedia production. The course is designed so that students will have opportunities to work on both electronic and print based projects.

Bay, Jennifer. Purdue University (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Introduction to Professional Writing

This course is designed to be an introduction to professional/technical communication as a profession and academic discipline. We will examine current issues, theories and practices, career opportunities, professional development, significant tools, and UNI's curriculum.

Williamson, William J. University of Northern Iowa (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Professional Writing Practicum/Cooperative Education

This course is designed to provide you with professional experience outside of the standard classroom.

Williamson, William J. University of Northern Iowa (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Rhetoric 3316.06: Writing for the Workplace

Rhetoric 3316 studies and practices 'workplace communication required of professionals who write as part of their jobs. Emphasis on developing a sense of audience and purpose, writing in teams, and learning problem-solving strategies. Intensive practice writing workplace documents such as memos, letters, e-mail, resumes, and reports.'

Nahrwold, Cynthia. University of Arkansas-Little Rock. Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Teaching Technical and Professional Communication

This course is designed to provide you a theoretical and pedagogical foundation for teaching an introductory undergraduate course in technical communication.

Dragga, Sam. Texas Tech University (1998). Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Technical Writing

Technical and Business Writing

English 301 is an introductory course in the principles and practice of technical and business writing. Technical and business writing is, of course, part of the universe of written discourse, and so you will be building on writing skills that you already have and acquiring skills that you will be able to use in other writing tasks. While it is difficult to define technical and business writing precisely, we can say that it differs, generally, from other kinds of writing in its subject matter, purpose and approach, formal conventions, and style. At the same time, the differences are differences of degree rather than absolute differences. The subject matter of technical and business writing is, obviously, the world of science, technology, and business. However, subject matter that is not normally considered 'technical' can be the subject of technical writing, provided the approach to it is objective rather than subjective. In other words, the purpose and approach may allow an otherwise 'untechnical”'subject to become 'technical.' The two primary purposes of the writing you do in this course will be to inform and to persuade. You will study some basic principles of defining, instructing, and evaluating, and you will concentrate on presenting material objectively. When you persuade, you will persuade on the basis of verifiable evidence, not on the basis of appeals to emotion. Most technical and business writing observes specific conventions of form, and you will be introduced to a variety of these. Three elements of form that are particularly important in technical and business writing and are seldom used in other kinds of writing are headings, lists, and illustrations. These elements of form, when used effectively, will, of necessity, also affect organization and style. In addition, there are specific conventions of form that govern memo writing, letter writing, and report writing, and you will practice using these.

Rodman, Lilita. University of British Columbia. Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Technical and Professional Writing

This course is designed to strengthen your understanding and mastery of language in the context of technical and professional communication. This involves exploring the concept of rhetoric and the various rhetorical options available for a given professional writing task. The truth is, you already know what rhetoric is in an instinctive way. Without knowing it, you use rhetoric in conversation and personal letters. The aim of the course, however, is to raise your rhetorical awareness to a more conscious and effective level when you sit down to write in the workplace.

Chilson, Peter. Washington State University. Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Technical Writing

Writing for the World of Work

This course focuses on media, techniques, and formats of writing that are used in professional environments. Students explore the assumptions that govern writing in their fields and practice the writing skills and styles applicable to communicating effectively.

Carter, Kellie Rae. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2003). Academic>Courses>Writing>Business Communication

Writing in the Professions

This course is designed to familiarize you with the type of writing you'll encounter and produce as a college-educated professional. You'll learn how to write clearly, confidently, and effectively for an international audience. You'll also learn how to compose great resumes, emails, proposals, and Power Point presentations. You'll learn productive strategies for working in groups. Finally, you'll get to work with powerful, yet easy-to-use software.

Barton, Matt. MattBarton.net (2008). Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Writing

Introduction to Professional Writing

English 306 introduces you to the rhetorical principles and theoretical concepts that you will need as a professional writer. These principles and concepts will help you analyze and respond effectively to a variety of workplace writing scenarios. While the course will address some practical skills such as how to write memos, emails, and reports, we will focus most of our attention on theories of rhetoric, language, and information. We will learn how information operates in organizations, theories about information architecture, as well as rhetorical concepts that will allow you to effectively assess and approach any writing situation you might encounter. Additionally, the course will introduce you to the strategies and skills necessary for using various communication technologies in workplace contexts.

Bay, Jennifer. Purdue University (2007). Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Technical Writing

Business Writing

English 420 teaches students the rhetorical principles and writing practices necessary for producing effective business letters, memos, reports, and collaborative projects in professional contexts. The curriculum is informed by current research in rhetoric and professional writing and is guided by the needs and practices of business, industry, and society at large, as well as by the expectations of Purdue students and programs. All sections of English 420 are offered in networked computer classrooms to ensure that students taking the course are prepared for the writing environment of the 21st-century workplace. The course teaches the rhetorical principles that help students shape their business writing ethically, for multiple audiences, in a variety of professional situations.

Bay, Jennifer. Purdue University (2006). Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Writing

Introduction to Professional Writing

English 206 introduces theoretical and practical aspects of professional writing. Class activities highlight rhetorical analysis, diverse research methods, collaboration, and document design. Through participation in the course, you will explore opportunities and resources in the field and identify priorities for your own professional development.

Turnley, Melinda. DePaul University (2007). Academic>Courses>Business Communication>Writing