...Business Writing Portfolio Sharon Tucci XCOM 285 October 7, 2012 Karen Blatter-Schieler Capstone Checkpoint - Reflection Sharon Tucci XCOM/285 October 5, 2012 Karen Blatter-Schieler In this class I have learned effective writing skills which I plan to use when needed in my current job and more importantly my future job whatever that may be. My current job is very informal and does not require me to write very often. Once I graduate college I plan to leave this position behind and move forward in the banking industry which I know will be much more professional. It is there where I really plan to utilize these skills, whether I will be writing internal memos, corresponding with clients, preparing a report for my superior, or writing e-mails. I think one of the most important lessons I learned in taking this class was the difference between academic writing and business writing. Especially since I am currently a student it can be difficult to make that transition. Writing papers for class I am used to trying to impress my instructor with an extensive vocabulary and using a lot of “fluff” to make my papers flow and to meet certain word requirements. Where in business writing I do not want my audience to need a dictionary to translate what I am saying, most people are busy and will probably be juggling several tasks while trying to read the document. It needs to be quick and to the point delivering only necessary information. This is a class that I think everyone...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix H Business Writing Portfolio XCOM/285 Essentials of Managerial Communication University of Phoenix Reflection During this course XCOM/285 Essentials of Managerial Communication I have learned many new tools that I really never paid attention to before. I have been working in an office for ten years now and I realized that when we hear the work communication we automatically think about a phone conversation, email between people, or just a meeting in person. Taking this class has really opened up my eyes and that communication is really not only about how you feel about something and the way that you communicate it is the way that you can listen and read what other people are actually telling you. Since taking this class I have made it a strong point to make sure I am really paying attention to what the other person has to say. Whether it is on the phone, through emails or in person, I make it a point that I fully understand what the reciprocator is saying and what they really want. Once I really pay attention to this I am able to communicate back and once this happens we will be able to carry on good communication. I have also noticed that if I have any questions I know that the only way I will be able to understand is to ask the questions that I need to ask an order to full understand what is needed or wanted from me. Business Writing Graphic Organizer REVISING – Once the document has been composed. We then prepare...
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...TUITION REIMBURSMENT BENEFIT XCOM 285 – Essentials of Managerial Communications Instructor: David Harris Week 7 Assignment Claudia Pino Our company has had a very profitable 2012, and the goal is to continue this raising trend. In order to continue achieving these results our company is looking to expand employee benefits by adding tuition reimbursement. I currently work in the benefits department and I have been recommended by my manager to prepare a report regarding the benefits of adding a tuition reimbursement program for our employees. This program will cover tuition reimbursement for qualified employees that will be enrolling to complete their Bachelor’s Degree. The report will present the effects and benefits that adding tuition reimbursement will have on both our company and our employees. The report is also going to present the type of degrees that should consider for reimbursement through this program. “Employers have vested interest in making sure employees...
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...Week 7 Written Assignment: Tuition Reimbursement Implementation Report XCOM/285 Essentials of Managerial Communication May 22, 2011 Robin Minard The following report was drafted to further explore expanding employee benefits within in the organization. We had a very profitable year and adding tuition reimbursement as an employee benefit for the employees working on their bachelor’s degree in business or communication can be a positive in more than one way. The organization is in the perfect position to proceed with the education reimbursement employee benefit due to the fact that the company has already approved a budget inclusive of this additional employee benefit costs. Expanding the employee benefits to include tuition reimbursement will increase the level professional opportunities ( improvement in self esteem), increase the career options, and improve earning potential, increase employee retention, all having a positive benefit on the organization. National statistics show during the last decade, more companies are offering a tuition reimbursement benefit and are spending more money helping employees get degrees. Universities and community colleges also have started offering more flexible classroom hours for working students and even offer some degrees through online courses ( Schultz, 2007). An opportunity to obtain a degree will improve the quality of life for our employees. This investment in them will allow them to be the best employees for our organization...
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...|[pic] |Syllabus | | |Axia College/College of Humanities | | |XCOM/285 Version 2 | | |Essentials of Managerial Communication | Copyright © 2009, 2008 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description This course introduces students to the foundations of communication in a business setting. Students are exposed to various topics related to interpersonal and group communication within the context of applications in an office or virtual setting. Students will develop skills in forms of written communication, including memos, e-mails, business letters, and reports. Communication ethics and cross-cultural communications are also explored. Upon completing the course, students will have an awareness of their personal communication style and be able to identify areas of further exploration of communication as a business skill. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: ...
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