Introduction to Business Communications (HOSP 1311)

Students develop their oral and written skills and strategies for effective communication in the hospitality industry and subsequent courses in the program. An experiential and self-reflective approach is used to develop self-awareness, confidence and communication skills required in a diverse environment. The course covers practical business communication techniques for presenting information, writing business messages, and delivering oral presentations. Students will be introduced to establishing and writing frequently in their ePortfolio.
Course code: HOSP 1311
Credits: 3.0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HOSP&number=1311

Schedule 1

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
42381January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
Sucloy, Lorraine
42383January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
Sucloy, Lorraine
42385January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
Sucloy, Lorraine

Schedule 2

HOSP 1311 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61225May 5, 2025
to August 15, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
Muir, Kerry
61227May 5, 2025
to August 15, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
Muir, Kerry

Additional Information

  • Intercultural awareness (culture and communication)/Identifying barriers when communicating
  • Business etiquette when communicating
  • Key principles of effective oral communication
  • Building confidence
  • Problem solving/conflict resolution
  • Networking e.g. (Small talk, building rapport)
  • Active listening
  • Introduction to ePortfolio
  • Considering audience & purpose
  • Planning, drafting and revising a message

Complete a portfolio that demonstrates working knowledge of the course learning outcomes and interview with an instructor.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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