CCMN 279 - Introduction to Professional Communication
Course Description
This case-based, interactive course introduces students to contemporary strategies of successful communication in professional contexts. Students learn how to analyze audience, situation, and medium to create messages that respond to practical challenges and build productive relationships. Students develop sensitivity to language and tone, learn to organize and convey ideas and information, and select the best means to accomplish their intended purposes.Sample Course Outline
Distance Course Outline (subject to change)Notes
This course is fully online and asynchronous, meaning you typically will not have to be online at specific times. You will engage in course-related activities through online tools such as announcements, discussions, and email. Your course learning will be based on weekly module content and activities that you can go through independently. Note: there are still deadlines for assignment submissions, and you may be expected to participate in discussion board interactions with your peers on a regular basis.
Your instructor may also include occasional scheduled sessions for Q&As and other discussion activities, using web conferencing tools such as Zoom and Google Meet. More details will be included in your course outline available on the first day of class
For a sample course outline for classroom delivery, consult the Toronto Metropolitan University School of Professional Communication website.
Relevant Programs
- Business Communication : Required Courses
- Health Services Management : Electives (select 2)
- Health Studies : Electives (select 5)
- Internationally Trained Health Professionals (ITHP) bridging program (formerly ITMD - Internationally Trained Medical Doctors program) : Communications