This course is designed for international graduate students in the Business programs. It is an all-skills course with both writing and oral components designed to help international students succeed in English-medium business courses and careers. Its primary focus is on introducing students to common writing genres in business programs, such as memos, summaries, and case-based essays. Strategies for avoiding plagiarism while integrating and documenting sources will also be introduced and practiced. General principles of successful business writing, such as awareness of audience and purpose, effective thesis statements, PIE structure, coherence, clarity, conciseness, and formal style/tone will be discussed and practiced throughout the semester. Readings related to business communications are used as a stimulus for discussion of a topic and/or as a source of research and support in writing and speaking assignments. In order to promote oral skills, students will participate in regular discussions, role plays, oral presentations, and group conferences throughout the semester.
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