500

Introduces principles and methods for identifying, gathering, and utilizing data as information for decision making. Both quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques are explored. Presents procedures for improving reliability and validity of data. 2-3 semester hours

Explores basic ways to analyze, summarize, and report data. Introduces student to principles and methods of quantification, measures of central tendency and dispersion, and basic parametric and nonparametric statistical tests. 2 semester hours

Develops sensitivity to group communication processes and helps identify leadership and interpersonal communication styles which are appropriate for differing tasks and contexts. 2-3 semester hours