Exemption Policy
Students may petition for exemption from the business communication skills workshop by phoning Business Communication Programs in the Marketing Department at 404-413-7681 or faxing to 404-413-7699 if any of the following apply:
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Earned a grade of "C" or higher in BCOM 3950, ENGL 3130, SPCH 3210, BCOM 8250 or BCOM 8260 at GSU.
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Earned a grade of "C" or higher in a business communication course at another accredited college or university. The course must have included significant practice in instruction in both written and spoken communication.
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Earned a grade of "C" or higher in both a public speaking course and a business writing course at another accredited college or university.
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Completed communication courses sponsored by their employer.
Students must provide documentation on the content of courses they have completed. Students will not be eligible to enroll in further 8000-level RCB coursework until they satisfy the requirement.
Additional Instruction in Business Communication
Most experts agree that excellence in communication is becoming a key differentiator in both individual and organizational success. Companies and managers are discovering that a sound communication strategy, combined with competent delivery of messages, can provide the competitive edge essential for thriving in today's marketplace.
The Robinson College offers graduate-level business communication courses to provide opportunities for master's students to improve their communication skills:
- BCOM 7255 Communication for Business (not for degree credit)
- BCOM 8250 Effective Executive Communication
- BCOM 8260 Corporate Communication
- MBA 8015 Strategic Business Communication
These courses address issues of both individual and organizational communication and provide students with the tools to excel in both areas. The content of each course is given in the Course Description section of the graduate catalog.
Completion of BCOM 8250 or MBA 8015 with a grade of "C" or higher in the first term of enrollment can replace the Business Communication Skills Workshop. The use of these courses for degree credit varies from program to program. Consult the program descriptions in the graduate catalog or an adviser in the Office of Graduate Admissions and Student Services for additional information.
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