COM 375 - Interviewing Principles and Techniques

Description:
Examination of the basic principles and techniques of interviewing and their application in informational, employment, and persuasive/counseling contexts. Extensive in-class and community experience in interviewing provided.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: COM 207 and admission to a communication major.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify, explain, and apply general theoretical principles related to interviewing.
Identify the functions and techniques for the three major components of an interview: the opening, the body, and the dosing.
Construct an interview guide containing a variety of primary and secondary questions following a sequence appropriate for the purpose of the interview.
Write a job description, cover letter and resume appropriate for a position you intend to apply for within the next five years.
Learn to be an interviewer and interviewee
Distinguish between legal and illegal laws in accordance with the Equal Employment Opportunities Office.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
3/03/05

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