Communication and Presentation Skills

The ability to communicate effectively through the use of the written and spoken word is a requirement in today's increasingly complex world. This course helps students learn and practice the skills of interpersonal and professional communication, improving on their skills in oratory and public presentations by introducing them to writing professional documents, including technical/ scientific reports, business letters, faxes, resumes, etc. It also helps them understand the report writing process by practicing techniques of writing a well structured report as well as delivering a well structured presentation in a formal setting. It focuses on inter-personal and professional communication with special consideration given to the cultural and linguistic aspects. Attention is also given to human perceptions, interpersonal dynamics, the art of listening and convincing as well as the value of verbal and visual symbols.