BA 910 - Advanced Organizational Communication

This course is designed to explore the strategies of communication in more depth and allow students to apply theoretical and practical knowledge.  Students will examine their personal communication styles and enhance their skills at written, oral, and nonverbal communication.  Areas examined in the course will include communication networks, organizational channels, barriers to effective communication, including gender and cultural attributes of communication, dealing with conflict, and creating consensus.  The course will also explore how technology and the media play a role in communication.