Objectives
Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:
Analyze the audience for your communication.
Plan the purpose, content, and organization of your message.
Compose the first draft of your message.
Revise for content, style, and correctness.
Proofread your message.
Assignment: Memo
Memorandums are routine internal pieces of organizational correspondence. Each student must complete at least a one full-page business memorandum in APA format. This assignment is worth 100 points and due by the end of Module 3.
Students will choose one of their favorite companies where they might like to work or do business with and analyze their company website, social media presence, customer service, and engagement. How do this company connect and interact with their customers online? Are those communication tools and customer service strategies effective?
In this assignment, students will write a one-page memo to the company's vice president with their recommendations. There is a specific unit on business memos in the text and you will be expected to follow the format and style.