2009–2010 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor

Concordia University Ann Arbor 2009–2010 Academic Catalog
COM301 Persuasive Communication credits: 3
Explores various theories and methods of persuasion and examine various forms of persuasive messages: from electronic
advertising to public speaking. Students’ present persuasive speeches applying sound principles of ethical, logical and emotional
proofs; students also develop critical listening skills and an audience-centered delivery style. Prerequisite: COM201
COM303 Communication Theory credits: 3
An interdisciplinary study of scholarly interpretations of the communication process. Students will review selected humanistic and
scientific theories. The course will examine multidisciplinary perspectives to consider the connection between theory and our
understanding of the human communication process. (ADP)
COM323 Oral Reading of the Bible credits: 2
A study and analysis of various types of literature in the Bible as they affect the oral reader's interpretation of the text, with
practice in reading selected passages. Prerequisite: COM321
COM325 Storytelling & Oral Histories (w) credits: 3
This course examines the art of storytelling and oral histories as communication. Particular attention is given to storytelling and
oral histories as cross-cultural communication. Students define criteria for selecting and evaluating folk tales and fairy tales for
performance. This course also introduces the student to ethical methods of collecting, transcribing and performing oral histories.
Prerequisites: ENG101 & COM201
COM332 Mass Communication credits: 3
Examines the development, organization, structure, management and future of the mass media. Attention is given to the influence
of the media upon society and culture.
COM334 Negotiation, Argumentation, & Debate credits: 3
Explores fundamental principles of negotiation, argumentation, and debate: logical reasoning, critical thinking, and tests of
evidence. Students will develop skills in research and case building, refutation, negotiation skills, and extemporaneous speaking.
Prerequisite: COM201
COM355 Interpersonal Communication credits: 3
Explores the role that communication plays in developing, maintaining, and ending relationships (male/female communication,
friendships, marital communication). Students study various theories of interpersonal communication, and develop effective
communication skills such as active and empathic listening, supportiveness, appropriate self-disclosure and conflict management.
Prerequisite: COM201 or LAN282
COM356 Organizational Writing & Publishing credits: 3
Covers all forms of writing and publishing for organizations with emphasis on impacting and defining internal and external
communication and culture. Topics include analyzing and conceptualizing organizational issues, identifying and developing key
arguments, choosing the appropriate audience adaptation, overcoming typical problems in writing articles, how to review and edit
manuscripts, and the process of publishing. (ADP) Prerequisite: COM203
COM405 Public Relations credits: 3
Introduces the practical arts of market/audience research and analysis, campaign development, image and text design, media
relations, crisis management, and communication ethics. Students will study public opinion research, media relations, public
communication campaigns, consumer identity, and representational ethics. (ADP) Prerequisite: COM203
COM441 Systems Thinking & Design credits: 3
Focuses on the design and management of system dynamics modeling for the analysis of business strategy and policy. Students
will examine various tools that can be used to accelerate learning throughout the organization. The emphasis is on systems for
organizational problem solving, the science of feedback, models to understand issues such as fluctuating sales, market growth,
tracking reliability of forecasts and the rationality of decision making. (ADP) Prerequisite: COM303
COM445 Conflict Management credits: 3
Increases awareness, develops skills, and helps students to gain knowledge of constructive conflict management processes and
approaches. Students will examine the nature of conflict and how conflict functions interpersonally and in organizations. Students
will examine several models of conflict resolution, ways to transform conflict into cooperation and/or collaboration, and ways to
select approaches to conflict management. (ADP)
COM483 Senior Project credits: 1
Students combine research and practical implementation of theories and concepts to develop an individual project. Prerequisites:
Senior standing & instructor's permission
COM490 Communication Internship credits: 1
Supervised work with a local business, church or agency. Available to senior semester, communication majors only.
Arrangements for internships must be made one semester in advance. Prerequisite: Instructor's permission
CRJ362 Criminology credits: 3
This course will be an exploration of crime and criminality and their effects on society. Further study gives a broad overview of
criminological theory and an introductory look into delinquency. (Traditional) Prerequisite: SOC101 or INS181
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