COMM 2250 - Interviewing

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Communication

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course will explore the theory and practice of interviewing; interview structures, questioning techniques and formats, cover letters, resumes, and the different types of interviews. Specific practice in Selection and Workplace interviewing will be emphasized. (This course may NOT be substituted for COMM 1010 - Speech) Semesters available: Day - S Evening - Offered based on need. UG

3 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy	Information Literacy VALUE Rubric
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Structure an interview according to the format of the type intended.	Mock interviews with peer evaluations throughout the semester and final exam.
2. Prepare questions to fit the format of the type intended.	Mock interviews with peer evaluations throughout the semester and final exam.
3. Prepare an appropriate resume and cover letter.	Resume and cover letter assignment in the first third of the semester.
4. Exhibit appropriate verbal and nonverbal skills during an interview.	Mock interviews throughout the semester. Oral presentation at the end of the semester.
5. Analyze an interview situation prior to the interview.	“Analyzing the interviewer” worksheets completed throughout the semester and quizzes throughout the semester.
6. Exhibit appropriate listening skills.	Mock interviews with peer evaluations throughout the semester.
7. Identify different types of questions used in an interview situation.	Quizzes throughout the semester and final exam.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

Standard NCSC Course Policies
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