This course is designed to refine the writing skills learned by students in English Grammar and Composition and to apply these skills to business situations. Students will learn the communication process and their role in it. They will become familiar with the tools that business writers use when preparing messages. Students will also learn and apply the principles of business communication. Writing with accuracy, clarity, and a positive tone are among the topics covered. Students will also be required to prepare a resume and write a cover letter. In preparation for a research paper, students will review such topics as how to select a subject, how to write an effective thematic, introduction, body and conclusion. Students will also review how to write and utilize an outline. Proper use of APA formats will also be examined. Prerequisite: ENG 110
