B.S. Business Communication
Major
Business Communication Featured Courses
As a student in the business communication major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the business communication profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various business communication careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits
Examination of the behavior of microeconomic units such as consumers, firms and industries. Includes analysis of the problems of monopoly, urbanization, income inequality and poverty. International economics and the world economy are discussed.
CTA 211
Public Speaking 3 credits
Students develop fundamental skills in the art of public speaking through the preparation and presentation of speeches designed for a variety of occasions, audiences, and situations. Skills of organization, delivery, and speech criticism developed.
BUS 371
Information Systems 3 credits
Survey of the information systems discipline, including information technology, telecommunications and networks, systems design and development, and security/privacy issues. Improving organizational effectiveness through appropriate use of information system resources.
CTA 242
Introduction to Broadcast Journalism 3 credits
Students will learn about principles and techniques of preparing news programming for radio and television. Students will explore ethical and legal issues unique to broadcast journalism.
CTA 203
Communication Theory 3 credits
Course features an overview of communication theory from the classical tradition to current theoretical approaches in human communication. In addition, the course will offer in-depth study in the following areas: organizational communication, mass communication theory, interpersonal communication and group theory/persuasion. Location, analysis and application of research is a focus of the course.
CTA 301
Public Relations 3 credits
An exploration of the diverse field of public relations, as it is practiced in large corporations, small businesses, educational institutions and church-related organizations. Students will examine the role, methods and ethical considerations of the profession.
BUS 400
Business Ethics 3 credits
A study of Christian ethics and practice in relationship to the conduct of business. This course is intended to provide students with an opportunity to develop an understanding of ethics from a Christian worldview, integrate those Biblical principles into their everyday life, and apply them to the workplace."
BUS 446
Strategic Management 3 credits
Designed to give the student practice in integrating the numerous theory courses in all phases of business management. In the role of the top manager, responsible for the total enterprise, the student applies these theories to the solution of problems in practical business cases. Decisions are made to direct the operation of a simulated business in a competitive market.
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Business Communication Sample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Semester 1
BUS 121
Financial Accounting 3 cr.
MATH 122 or 128
Introduction to Statistics or Introduction to Data Science. 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 9 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 2
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr.
CTA 203
Communication Theory 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 9 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 3
BUS 261
Marketing 3 cr.
BUS 281
Business Communication 3 cr.
CTA 211
Public Speaking 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 4
BUS 281
Business Communication 3 cr.
Communication Elective 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 9 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 5
CTA 301
Public Relations 3 cr.
BUS 362
Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communication 3 cr.
BUS 351
Human Resources Management 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 6
BUS 371
Information Systems 3 cr.
PSY 341
Group Techniques 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 9 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 7
BUS 400
Business Ethics 3 cr.
CTA 241
Media Literacy 3 cr.
Communication Elective 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 8
BUS 399
Internship 3 cr.
BUS 443
Organizational Behavior 3 cr.
BUS 446
Strategic Management 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
15 Total Credits
Business Communication Faculty
As experts in business communication, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.