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The premier university
in historic Cavite recognized for
excellence in the development
of morally upright and globally
competitive individuals.

CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY

Cavite City Campus
(046) 4313570/ (046) 4313580

Department of Languages and Communication

COURSE SYLLABUS
First Semester, AY 2015-2016

CvSU Mission
Cavite State University shall
provide excellent, equitable and
relevant educational opportunities in
the arts, science and technology
through quality instruction and
relevant research and development
activities.
It shall produce professional,
skilled and morally upright
individuals for global
competitiveness.

Course Business
Credit
Type
Lecture/Laboratory
3/2
Title Communication
Units
Knowledge and emphasis in effective business writing with emphasis on the principles and concepts involved in business
Course Description
communication and inclusion of prevalent grammar weaknesses in students written works.
Course Pre- requisites /(Co-requisites)
None
Course Schedule
At the end of the semester, the students will be able to:
a. define the power of communication, its principles, and advantages;
b. identify the meaning and functions of a letter;
c. identify the role of the various parts of a letter and other business documents;
Course Outcomes
d. identify the qualities of effective business writing, both conventional and contemporary;
e. write a highly convincing letter;
f. interact with people in chosen business communication activities; and
g. produce a compilation of sample business communication instruments.
Students are expected to live by and stand for the following University tenets:
TRUTH is demonstrated by the students objectivity and honesty during examinations, class activities and in the development of
projects.
EXCELLENCE is exhibited by the students self-confidence, punctuality, diligence and commitment in the assigned tasks, class
performance and other course requirements.
Core Values
SERVICE is manifested by the students respect, rapport, fairness and cooperation in dealing with their peers and members of the
community.
Course Code

ENGL5

In addition, they should exhibit love and respect for nature and support for the cause of humanity.

No. of
Hours

Intended Learning
Outcomes (ILO)
After the completion of the
unit, students will be able to:

10

30

1. define business,
communication, and
business communication
in general;
2. identify the process of
communication; and
3. enumerate the goals,
importance and
advantages of business
and printed
communication.

Topic
I.
A.

B.
C.
D.
E.

The Process of Business

Communication
The Meaning of
Business/Communication
And Business
Communication
The Process of
Communication
Goals of Business
Communication
Importance and Patterns of
Business Communication
Advantages of Printed
Communication

4. identify the different

kinds of business letters;
5. enumerate the factors
need to be considered in
II. Business Letters
writing business letters;
III. Employment Instruments
and
IV. Other Forms of Letters
6. write clear and concise
business letters following
the given format.
7. identify the guidelines
on making minutes of
the meeting
V. Progress and Written Reports
8. enumerate the different
classification of minutes
MIDTERM EXAMINATION

Teaching and
Learning Activities
(TLA)
Group Activity
Buzz Session
Brainstorming
Lecture-Discussion
Role Playing
Exercises

Games
Lecture-Discussion

Interactive Class
Discussion

Resources

Reference Books
Film
Audio recorded
conversation

Reference Books
Sample Business
Letters

Reference Books
Sample Minutes of
the Meeting

Outcomes-based
Assessment (OBA)

Short quizzes
Reflection paper

Written Business
Letter

Minutes of the
Meeting

15

10

15

9. conduct a small
business meeting in the
class;
10. identify the different
postal products and
services.
11. discover the different
strategies used in
electronic business
communication;
12. utilize the different
technologies for
effective business
communication.
13. identify the rules in
forgery and falsification
of information;
14. enumerate the different
ethical behaviors in
business
communication.

VI. Business Meetings

VII. Postal Products and
Services

Interactive Class
Discussion
Film/Video
presentation

VIII. Electronic Business

Communication
Interactive Class
a. Technologies in Business Discussion
Communication
Video Presentation
b. Electronic Transmission
c. Teleconferencing
IX. Privacy Communication
A. Freedom of Information
B. Forgery and Falsification
of Information
C. Cyber Ethics in Business
Communication
D. Privacy of
Correspondence
E. Wiretapping
FINAL EXAMINATION

Interactive Class
Discussion
Group Activity
Games

Total: 90
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Written examinations
Mid-term Examination
Final Examination
2.
3. Reflection papers
4. Topic Presentation
5. Class attendance

Reference Books
Internet sources

Practical Examination

Reference Books
Computer
Handbooks
Internet

Practical Examination
Quiz

Reference Books
Internet
Modules

Reflection Paper
Quizzes
Seat works

GRADING SYSTEM
Examinations
Other Requirements
Total

40%
60%
100%

Examinations (70% passing rate)

Midterm Examination
20
Final Examination
20
40%
Other Requirements:
Laboratory Exercises
30%
Recitation
20%
Attendance
10%
60%
Note: 70% passing rate
CLASS POLICY
Attendance
Students are not allowed to have 20% or more absences of the total class hours; otherwise, they will be graded as follows:
Dropped (if majority of the excessive absences are excused)
Failed (if majority of the excessive absences are unexcused)
Classroom decorum
Students are required to:
1. wear their identification cards and observe proper dress code at all times;
2. turn off or put in silent mode their cellular phones during class hours;
3. maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the room at all times; and
4. come to class on time.
Examination/ Evaluation
1.
Quizzes may be announced or unannounced.
2.
Long examinations are always announced.
3.
Cheating is strictly prohibited. A student who is caught cheating will be given a score of0 for the first offense. For the second offense,
he/she will automatically fail the subject.
4.
Examination permits are required during midterm and final examinations.
5.
Students who missed exams, laboratory exercises, or quizzes may only be excused for any of the following reasons:
a. participation in a University/College-approved field trip or activity (must be cleared one week in advance);
b. personal illness (must present medical certificate); and

c. death or serious illness in the immediate family (must present death or medical certificate).
REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTARY READINGS
References
Abelos, A. B. et al. (2006). Developing skills in interdisciplinary writing.ValenzuelaCity: MutyaPublishingHouse.
Alcantara, R. D. et al. (1998). Effective writing. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House, Inc.
Bouing, R. A. (2006). Effective business communication. Quezon City: National Bookstore.
Boening, A. M. et al. (1965). Competence in English.New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company,Inc.
Dagda.L..A.,et al. (2009). Language at work: A guide to effective business correspondence. Manila: Mutya Publishing House, Inc..
Garcia, A. M.(1999). Guide to thesis writing.Manila: Rex Book Store.
Romero, P. P. et al. (1995). Techno-business report writing. Quezon City: Katha Publishing Co., Inc.
Vicente, C. C. et al. (1976). Technical writing. Manila: Technology Supply, Inc.
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