University of Colorado Boulder
Business Communication Specialization
University of Colorado Boulder

Business Communication Specialization

Master Effective Business Communication Skills. Develop essential skills for clear communication, impactful feedback, and effective teamwork.

Tracy Jennings
Dr. Quentin McAndrew
Matthew Koschmann

Instructors: Tracy Jennings

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.7

(138 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Describe the concept of feedback, distinguishing between positive and negative impacts.

  • Identify positive feedback strategies to enhance creativity and teamwork.

  • Write clear, effective business documents and communications.

  • Develop decision-making practices to foster creativity and innovation.

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Taught in English
37 practice exercises

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Specialization - 3 course series

Business Writing

Business Writing

Course 112 hours

What you'll learn

  • Write clearly and effectively.

Skills you'll gain

Business Writing, Grammar, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Business Correspondence, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing and Editing, Business Communication, Proofreading, Communication Strategies, and Organizational Strategy
Giving Helpful Feedback

Giving Helpful Feedback

Course 25 hours

What you'll learn

  • Describe the concept of feedback, distinguishing between positive and negative feedback and their respective impacts.

  • Identify positive feedback strategies to enhance behaviors such as creativity and teamwork within a team.

Skills you'll gain

Constructive Feedback, Tactfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Motivation, Recognizing Others, Communication, Creativity, Staff Management, and Performance Review

What you'll learn

  • Recognize how hidden forces of context, systems, institutions, and interactions design affect group interaction

  • Develop decision making practices in order to become more creative and innovative

  • Learn how to communicate to resolve or diffuse group conflicts

  • Make better decisions about using technology for group work based on key practical and conceptual considerations

Skills you'll gain

Communication, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Virtual Teams, Diversity and Inclusion, and Negotiation

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Tracy Jennings
University of Colorado Boulder
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