CYBR630 Communication for Cybersecurity Professionals (3 cr.)

This course introduces students to the foundations of communication in a business setting as a critical component for success in the workplace.  Students develop a foundation for designing effective messages, both written and oral, from concept to delivery. This course emphasizes elements of persuasive communication:  how to design messages for diverse and possibly resistant audiences and how to present that information in a credible and convincing way.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Develop a persuasive argument to promote change.
2. Apply the principles of communication theory as it applies to interpersonal and group communication.
3. Deliver a message that is both transformational and motivational to an audience.
4. Demonstrate a professional manner and style in all communications.
5. Communicate priorities facing leaders in response to changing conditions in computer security.
6. Establish and maintain a security awareness, education, and training program.
7. Address conflict strategically to advance organizational security.
8. Present data in a visual format.