521 - Business Communications

Grades: 10-12
Duration: 1 Year
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: None

A course of study that provides students with an opportunity to simulate the manner in which business and industry personnel approach the important tasks of solving problems and making decisions. Applications covered are word processing, database, spreadsheet applications and graphic applications. Course utilizes Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Access). This course also includes modules directed to the development of non-verbal, verbal, and written communication. Listening and reading skills are developed as well as business terminology and workforce etiquette.