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CMN
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100
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Communication in the Health Sciences
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This workshop course, especially designed for Health Science students, stresses effective written communication techniques. Using situations encountered by professionals in the field, the course covers the collection of data, the organization of information, and the formulation of recommendations.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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103
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Oral Communication in Fashion
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In this workshop course a variety of speech delivery methods are practised. Students learn how to analyze their audiences, and prepare and present their messages. Speeches are videotaped, replayed and critiqued. Listening and peer evaluation are an integral part of this course.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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124
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Written Communications
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This course emphasizes analysis, organization, tone, style and strategy in the development of effective written communications. Data collection and report documentation are included. This course is specifically designed for students in the Information Technology Management program.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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201
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Retail Management Communication
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This workshop course introduces students to the theory and strategies of successful written and oral communications in retail management. Students apply communication theory in a variety of activities based on specific professional situations, and practice selecting and organizing pertinent information. They learn to express ideas clearly, develop sensitivity to audience and tone, and produce oral and written messages that are well received and acted upon in the manner intended by the author.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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202
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Professional Communication in Fashion
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In this course for the Fashion Communication option, students learn fundamental concepts which are applied to correspondence, reports, oral presentations, media relations, and the job search. The emphasis is on analyzing audience and purpose; controlling language, style, and tone; and choosing communication strategies appropriate to a variety of professional situations.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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CMN
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207
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Communication in Hospitality and Tourism Management
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The workshop course, especially designed for students in the Hospitality and Tourism Management program, introduces students to the strategies of successful communication in professional practice. Students develop an awareness of audience and tone. They learn to select and organize pertinent information, and to express ideas clearly and persuasively.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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279
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Introduction to Contemporary Business Communication
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At the centre of our knowledge-based economy is effective communication - contemporary, clear, concise. In a world of demographic diversity, changing technology, conflicting values, and a thriving global economy, future business leaders must learn how to communicate across all societal sectors, with both excellence and style. This dynamic foundational course helps students meet these pervasive challenges through workshops, interactive lectures and real-world assignments, preparing them to succeed in this complex and rapidly changing world.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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300
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Communication in the Computer Industry
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In this workshop course, students learn to present technical information to technical and non-technical audiences. The emphasis is on verbal presentation and written documentation of systems from the viewpoint of the user. In addition to short reports, correspondence, business proposals, and employment application documents are discussed.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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301
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Interpersonal Communication in Retail
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In this workshop course, students participate in a variety of advanced group and individual exercises designed to develop, through experiential activities, the interpersonal skills necessary for effective management in retail. The course covers internal communication with superiors, subordinates and peers; external communication with the supply chain; management and group interviewing/listening; and understanding how cultural perspectives, personalities, and technology affect group processes such as meetings; decision making, conflict resolution and negotiation. Some sessions may be videotaped.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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303
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Communication in Fashion Design
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In this communication course for the Fashion Design option, students learn fundamental communication concepts which are applied in a workshop setting to correspondence, reports, oral presentations, media relations, and job search communication. The emphasis is on analyzing audience and purpose; controlling language, style, and tone; and choosing communication strategies appropriate to a variety of professional situations.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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CMN
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304
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Employment Communication
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This course aims to develop the communication skills and strategies necessary to meet the challenges of the current workplace. With particular focus on the job search and career development, course content covers such topics as research and interviewing, persuasive writing and speaking, developing a professional image and making effective communication decisions.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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313
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Applied Organization Problem Solving and Report Writing
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Applied Organizational Problem Solving and Report Writing focuses on the selection, treatment and solution of a complex problem in an organization, through the development and preparation of a formal, analytical report. Course content includes problem and purpose definition, plan of work, intended reader awareness and analysis, outlining, research methods and planning, issue analysis, critical thought, progress reporting, data organization, structure, documentation, findings, conclusions and recommendation formulation.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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314
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Professional Presentations
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Successful professionals achieve their objectives by consistently delivering high-impact presentations to diverse, demanding audiences. Rising expectations and extensive technology often complicate rather than improve the presenter's ability to communicate effectively. In this essential course, students learn to cope with fear, develop poise and confidence, structure content coherently, and employ technology in a sophisticated way to connect meaningfully with their audiences.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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315
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Issues in Communication and Business
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Effective communication has always been an essential component of business. It is particularly important today, when business people communicate in increasingly complex and diverse workplaces. They must deal with ethical dilemmas, intensifying organizational change, global and multicultural partners, increased specialization, and constant technological developments. Using practical examples and case studies, this course both explores communication challenges that business professionals face today and helps them develop strategies and practices designed for the contemporary workplace.
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Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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373
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Professional Communication in Fashion
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In this course for the Fashion Communication option, students learn fundamental concepts which are applied to correspondence, reports, oral presentations, media relations, and the job search. The emphasis is on analyzing audience and purpose; controlling language, style, and tone; and choosing communication strategies appropriate to a variety of professional situations.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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401
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Communication in Technical Production
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Effective written and oral communication is essential for anyone working in theatre technical production, radio, or television. This workshop course prepares students who will enter these fields to communicate effectively in the workplace. Topics include analysis, organization, and expression of ideas and information in correspondence, job search documents, reports, and individual oral presentations. Exercises and assignments are related to theatre, radio, and television.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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413
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Corporate Communications
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How does a company communicate its reputation and image and manage these intangible features when damaged? Through examining high-level communication strategies and products, students develop sensitivity to the language, formats, and images organizations use to manage their concerns. Students also practice skills corporate communication professionals employ to communicate with a variety of audiences.
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Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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414
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Interpersonal Communication in Management
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In this workshop course, students participate in a variety of group and individual exercises designed to develop the interpersonal skills necessary for effective management. Emphasis is placed on understanding how varied backgrounds, personalities, and cultural perspectives affect group processes such as problem solving, decision making, resolving conflict, and negotiating. Some sessions may be videotaped.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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432
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Communication in the Engineering Professions
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This workshop course focuses on the following topics: communication theory; technical and management writing style and standards; information retrieval, recording and organizing; documentation; memoranda, short report and employment application documents; graphics in communication; and oral presentations.
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Lect: 1 hr./Lab: 2 hrs.
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CMN
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443
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International Business Communication
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Conducting business internationally requires a clear understanding of the intercultural issues that can ultimately determine success or failure. In this course, various communication strategies and frameworks are analyzed in cultural context. The course prepares students to communicate and compete in today's culturally diverse and global business environment.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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444
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Studies in On-Site Communication
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This course is designed for students who wish to pursue independent study in nonprofit/voluntary sector communication under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Students will be required to select a nonprofit/voluntary agency that is a registered charity for firsthand investigation. During their experience, students will learn about the planning, processes, and products of nonprofit/voluntary sector communications. Research into literature in the field will also be required.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Departmental consent required
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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447
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Communication and Law
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Communication practioners must be sensitive to the legal risks and implications of their messages. They must consider ethical responsibilities to clients, employees, and themselves. Clear and accessible documents, in language and design, help the company manage internal and external relations. In this essential course, students study contracts, briefs, client letters and proposals, to gain a firm understanding of the legal dimensions of organizational communication and to contribute that knowledge to the company's enterprise and obligations.
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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CMN
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448
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Introduction to Visual Communication
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This challenging course introduces students to the study of Visual Communication. Students learn a vocabulary of visual meaning-making (i.e., a visual language). Building upon the vocabulary, they learn how visual texts can be rhetorical and persuasive within a professional communication context. They learn how visual texts manipulate and become manipulated by a surrounding visual culture. It is recommended that students be in their third or fourth year of study.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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This course introduces basic techniques of scholarly research: data gathering, thesis definition, critical analysis and structuring an argument. Students will develop evaluation instruments for reliable primary research. In addition, they will learn how to conduct focused information searches as well as how to interpret and document secondary sources and integrate these sources meaningfully into their own work. The aim of the course is to build knowledge, competence and confidence in scholarly endeavors.
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Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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CMN
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600
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Science, Communication and Society
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In today's world, science is a dominant and complex industry that fundamentally affects everyone. This course examines how critical scientific issues are communicated to science's major stakeholders, the public and government, and within the scientific community itself. What works, what doesn't, and why? In today's multi-channel, electronic and media-dominated society, which communication strategies work best to ensure that large, complex issues of vital importance are communicated clearly and concisely? Significant cases, including genetically modified foods and biosecurity, will be examined in a Canadian context, challenging students to grapple with how science is - and should be - communicated in its real social context.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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