
QAS Self-Study

Overview

CPE Credits
13 Credits: Communications & Marketing
Course Description
Good communications, oral or written, is key to success in business life. The course is intended to assist business people in gaining an understanding of the communication process, writing and organization methods, and oral aspects of communication in business. Effective Business Communications is intended for people in business who have not recently studied business communications as part of their formal education.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Chapter 1
- Identify elements of the communication process.
- Identify the influence of behavioral science on management and communication.
Chapter 2
- Define examples of kinesic communication.
- Identify examples of metacommunication.
- Recognize examples of effective word usage.
Chapter 3
- Identify simple, compound and complex sentences.
- Differentiate between positive and negative sentences.
- Recognize several techniques for emphasizing an idea.
Chapter 4
- Identify correct and effective use of paragraphs for different written reports.
Chapter 5
- Identify elements for planning an effective message.
Chapter 6
- Recognize the different types and usages of business messages.
Chapter 7
- Recognize the different types of business communications that convey unpleasant messages.
- Identify effective techniques of collection and credit notices.
Chapter 8
- Identify effective sales and persuasive written communication.
- Recognize the convincing evidence for a sales presentation.
Chapter 9
- Identify effective elements for condolences or sympathy letters.
- Recognize the components of other unique/special communication pieces.
Chapter 10
- Recognize the attributes of a person who deserves a job.
- Identify the information and content of an effective resume.
Chapter 11
- Define the basics of good job applications.
- Recognize strong components and usage of elements within an application.
Chapter 12
- Recognize the nature of business reports.
- Identify different research methods.
- Recognize the logical steps in problem-solving.
- Identify the best methods to collect and organize data.
- Recognize organization methods to develop a better report.
Chapter 13
- Recognize the report outlining process.
- Define the steps to organize a report in logical sequences.
- Identify effective introductions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Chapter 14
- Recognize the advantages of using tables, charts, and graphs in a report.
- Identify the types of charts and graphs used to present quantitative data.
Chapter 15
- Recognize an objective writing style.
- Recognize the proper tense, accurate nouns and pronouns.
- Identify the effectiveness of using common language.
- Recognize useful devices for good transitions.
Chapter 16
- Identify the factors that contribute to a finished report.
- Recognize objectivity in a report.
- Identify the proper use of documentation and footnotes.
Chapter 17
- Recognize the characteristics of memos and short reports.
- Identify the useful application of memos and shorter reports.
Chapter 18
- Recognize the principles of effective listening.
- Identify detrimental listening habits.
- Recognize the four types of speaking styles.
Chapter 19
- Recognize technologies used in business communications.
Course Specifics
Course ID 622291920 |
Revision Date August 3, 2022 |
Number of Pages 261 |
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites. |
Advanced Preparation None |
Compliance information
Course Instructor

For many years, Delta CPE LLC has offered a wide variety of continuing education courses for financial professionals. Topics covered by Delta’s courses include accounting, financial management, budgeting, investments, financial statement reporting, business management, IFRS, ethics, valuations, real estate, and business writing. The diversity and breadth of Delta’s course offerings make the company a prolific and unique contributor to the CPE world. Delta’s well-credentialed authors and contributors have also been published in numerous academic and professional journals and quoted by some of the leading financial media outlets.
Effective Business Communications

CPE CREDITS
13 Credits: Communications & Marketing
$351.00 – $391.00

QAS Self-Study

Overview

CPE Credits
13 Credits: Communications & Marketing
Course Description
Good communications, oral or written, is key to success in business life. The course is intended to assist business people in gaining an understanding of the communication process, writing and organization methods, and oral aspects of communication in business. Effective Business Communications is intended for people in business who have not recently studied business communications as part of their formal education.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Chapter 1
- Identify elements of the communication process.
- Identify the influence of behavioral science on management and communication.
Chapter 2
- Define examples of kinesic communication.
- Identify examples of metacommunication.
- Recognize examples of effective word usage.
Chapter 3
- Identify simple, compound and complex sentences.
- Differentiate between positive and negative sentences.
- Recognize several techniques for emphasizing an idea.
Chapter 4
- Identify correct and effective use of paragraphs for different written reports.
Chapter 5
- Identify elements for planning an effective message.
Chapter 6
- Recognize the different types and usages of business messages.
Chapter 7
- Recognize the different types of business communications that convey unpleasant messages.
- Identify effective techniques of collection and credit notices.
Chapter 8
- Identify effective sales and persuasive written communication.
- Recognize the convincing evidence for a sales presentation.
Chapter 9
- Identify effective elements for condolences or sympathy letters.
- Recognize the components of other unique/special communication pieces.
Chapter 10
- Recognize the attributes of a person who deserves a job.
- Identify the information and content of an effective resume.
Chapter 11
- Define the basics of good job applications.
- Recognize strong components and usage of elements within an application.
Chapter 12
- Recognize the nature of business reports.
- Identify different research methods.
- Recognize the logical steps in problem-solving.
- Identify the best methods to collect and organize data.
- Recognize organization methods to develop a better report.
Chapter 13
- Recognize the report outlining process.
- Define the steps to organize a report in logical sequences.
- Identify effective introductions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Chapter 14
- Recognize the advantages of using tables, charts, and graphs in a report.
- Identify the types of charts and graphs used to present quantitative data.
Chapter 15
- Recognize an objective writing style.
- Recognize the proper tense, accurate nouns and pronouns.
- Identify the effectiveness of using common language.
- Recognize useful devices for good transitions.
Chapter 16
- Identify the factors that contribute to a finished report.
- Recognize objectivity in a report.
- Identify the proper use of documentation and footnotes.
Chapter 17
- Recognize the characteristics of memos and short reports.
- Identify the useful application of memos and shorter reports.
Chapter 18
- Recognize the principles of effective listening.
- Identify detrimental listening habits.
- Recognize the four types of speaking styles.
Chapter 19
- Recognize technologies used in business communications.
Course Specifics
Course ID 622291920 |
Revision Date August 3, 2022 |
Number of Pages 261 |
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites. |
Advanced Preparation None |
Compliance information
Course Instructor

For many years, Delta CPE LLC has offered a wide variety of continuing education courses for financial professionals. Topics covered by Delta’s courses include accounting, financial management, budgeting, investments, financial statement reporting, business management, IFRS, ethics, valuations, real estate, and business writing. The diversity and breadth of Delta’s course offerings make the company a prolific and unique contributor to the CPE world. Delta’s well-credentialed authors and contributors have also been published in numerous academic and professional journals and quoted by some of the leading financial media outlets.
Effective Business Communications

CPE CREDITS
13 Credits: Communications & Marketing
$351.00 – $391.00