Version: 3/20/2019 2
Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Setting Goals and Managing Time
Improving Thinking Skills
Improving Study Skills
Communicating Effectively
Improving Listening Skills
Functioning in Groups
Course Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
Identify characteristics of employees who are qualified
for employment, promotion and retention in the
workforce. Explain critical thinking strategies within the
context of strong leadership. Apply effective business
communication skills; utilize data and information to
make effective decisions
Identify roles and strategies used in group processes and
team building.
All outcomes will be assessed by one or more of the
following:
• Homework/ Quiz
• Tests
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
• “Reaching Your Potential Personal and Professional Development” (Fourth Edition) By: Robert K. Throop, Marion
B. Castellucci Wadsworth Cengage Learning ISBN-13: 978-1-4354-3973-3 ISBN-10: 1-4354-3973-2
Suggested Course Maximum: 20
List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the
course.
Computer for each student
