308342 (v.1) Professional Writing and Presentation 295

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Area:	Department of Communication and Cultural Studies
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Provides an understanding of a range of written forms relevant to the contemporary workplace, and to the development of practical skills in these forms, both print and hypertext. The undertaking of research, writing and the production of materials appropriate to government, non-government, industry and community sectors. Encourages professional and personal development within professional writing and publishing practice.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will - Be familiar with a range of forms of written communication used in different workplaces. Have skills in researching, writing and producing these documents. Understand the significance of written communication in the workplace and the standards of professionalism required.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Bovee, C. L., Thill, J., (1999), Business Communication Today (4th ed), New York, McGraw Hill. Watson, D., (2000), Communication in the Workplace, Sydney, Pearson Education. Papows, J., (1999), Enterprise.com, London, Nicholas Brealey. Windschuttle, D., and Elliot, E., (1999), Writing, Researching, Communicating, 3rd ed, Sydney, McGraw Hill.
Unit Texts:	Baker, E., Barrett, M., and Roberts L. (2002), Working Communication, Queensland, John Wiley and Sons. Bovee, C., L., Thill, J., (1999), Business Communication Today (4th ed), New York, McGraw Hill.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Research assignments 35%. Written assignments 65%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y