260.730.01
Civility and Professionalism in the Workplace
Location
East Baltimore
Term
2nd Term
Department
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
In-person
Friday, 12:00 - 12:50pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
none
Discusses how to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace atmosphere. Emphasizes culturally sensitive and respectful communication. Familiarizes participants with workplace expectations, acceptable behaviors, and general professional deportment.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Define elements of a professional, civil, and inclusive culture in an academic workspace.
- Identify and make suggestions for improving insensitive workplace communication
- List and practice steps for effectively dealing with difficult workplace situations
- Practice effective time management skills
- Create a personal action plan to help improve civility, inclusion, and professionalism in their workplace environment
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Participation
- 30% Discussion
- 20% Reflection