Professors: Joseph W. Chevarley, M.P.A. Massachusetts; Joan McNamara, A.B. Regis, M.Ed. Boston College; Brendan Rapple, A.B. Dublin, A.M. Chicago, M.B.A. Boston College, Ph.D. Alberta; Kwasi Sarkodie-Mensah, Ph.D. Illinois; Craig Thomas, A.M. Harvard; Jill Thomas, M.L.S. Simmons.
AD 14001 Research: Methods and Data
Recommended as the first course, it examines the logic of research design and explores how data are approached, collected and analyzed in an interactive information age. Practical applications across disciplines introduce both the electronic and traditional tools and techniques necessary to interpret and utilize findings. Cases and presentations prepare students to analyze, evaluate and challenge specific applications and to suggest alternative interpretations. Online databases and the WWW expand options.
Spring, Wed 6:30–9, Jan 20–May 5, Professor Rapple
AD 14101 Information Systems: Collaborative Computing
AD14101 Spring Syllabus
Prerequisite: Facile knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, data management, graphics, and the Internet.
Course extends knowledge and improves skills in the use of industry standard business software, supplemented with a detailed overview of server and workstation hardware. Students explore the collaborative use of versatile and powerful state-of-the-art applications. Topics include proprietary and open source operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and presentational applications, hardware interfaces, backup schematics, network applications and protocols, including SSH, HTTP, FTP, DNS, POP3/IMAP Mail Transfer Agents, and client/server remote connect applications, web publishing, compression utilities, collaborative document concepts, and the design and structure of data files. No auditors.
Spring, Mon 6:30–9, Jan 25–May 10, Professor Hantzis
AD 14201 Organizational Communication
To thrive in today’s constantly transforming organizations, it is important to understand the factors which influence performance and satisfaction, and the dynamics critical to interacting with and managing others effectively. Course considers how personality, motivation, communication, leadership style, power, technology, conflict and organizational culture affect productivity and personal and professional success.
Spring, Thurs 6:30–9, Jan 21–May 6, Professor Anzenberger
AD 14301 Corporate Communication
AD14301 Syllabus
In a globally competitive and technologically advanced world, the ability to convey ideas and persuade diverse audiences is a critical requirement for professional success in any business organization. This course provides a learning environment in which to develop proficient communication skills. Focusing on business writing and oral presentations with particular attention to purpose and audience, the curriculum offers strategies for effective business communication in letters, memos, email, reports, proposals, resumes, meetings, and presentations. Through classroom interaction, written assignments, collaborative media design, and team presentations you will have multiple opportunities to demonstrate and enhance your skills and to receive personal feedback on your professional communication style.
Fall, Thurs 6:30–9, Sept 10–Dec 17, Professor McNamara
Spring, Wed 6:30–9, Jan 20–May 5, Professor McNamara
AD 14401 Computer-Mediated Presentations
Computer graphics, presentation software, the World Wide Web, and other emerging technologies change the way we structure and present professional and personal information. Creating, interpreting and revising data are highly desired skills. Competitive environments demand persuasive professional presentations that match medium and message, combine clear organization, succinct organization and attractive design. Explores the use of color, graphic design, electronic photography, web interactivity digital and other media. No auditors.
Fall, Wed 6:30–9, Sept 9–Dec 16, Professors Jill and Craig Thomas
Spring, Wed 6:30–9, Jan 20–May 5, Professors Jill and Craig Thomas