Syllabus data

Teacher name ： Mie KITANO
Course Title
Communication for Global Business B
Course Title in English
Communication for Global Business B
Course Type
Major Courses
-
Eligible Students
School of Economics and Management
Target Grade
2Year
Course Numbering Code
KCCBG2MCA7
Credits
2.00Credits
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Type of Class
講義・演習 (Lecture/Seminar)
Eligible Year/Semester
Spring semester 2026
(Spring semester)
Instructor
Mie KITANO
Affiliation
Lecturer
Language of Instruction
English
Related SDGs
8／10
Office Hours and Location
After the class in the classroom or by e-mail. (E-mail address will be shared in the class.)
Contact

E-mail address will be shared at the time of the first class.


Corresponding Diploma Policy
A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.
Corresponding Undergraduate School DP
2◎／1〇／3〇
Corresponding Graduate School DP
ー
Corresponding University-Wide DP
N/a
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
ー

Course Objectives and Learning Outcome

Further develop business communication skills to perform effectively in a cross-cultural environment.


Goals:

  • Be able to describe the Objective/WHO/WHAT/HOW business framework and utilize in your presentation.
  • Be able to enhance your skills based on receiving feedback and input in group discussion and classroom.

Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
  • Business communication
  • Communication strategies
  • Easy-to-understand communication
Course Overview and Schedule

Course Outline

Students are expected to acquire understanding of the Objective/WHO/WHAT/HOW framework for effective business communication. The course involves discussions, workshops, presentations, and lectures.

* The order of topics is subject to change depending on learning progress.


Class Agenda

1.Introduction & Course overview

2.Review of the Objective/WHO/WHAT/HOW framework

3.Understanding Japanese/ Global Business Environments

4.Strategic Communication Planning

5.Presentation practice for target audience

6.Creating key messages

7.Learn from External presentation

8.Effective delivery of messages to the audience

9.Making business proposals

10.Writing recommendation memo

11.Written communication in business

12.Do’s and Don’ts in business communication from an external view

13.Framework of final presentation

14.Effective slides for final presentation

15.Final presentation

In-person/Remote Classification
In-person
Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application
• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits
Uses of Generative AI
Limited permission for use
Precautions for using Generative AI
-The use of generative AI may be considered an effective means as enhancing student’s understanding in preparation for and review of classes.
-For submitted work such as reports, short essays, and scripts, the use of generative AI is permitted solely for grammar checking.
-The use of generative AI during class is not permitted.

When using generative AI, please pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)”.
Textbook
Will be informed as necessary.
References
Will be provided as necessary.
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)

Review of each class: 15 hours

Pre-work and writing assignments: 20 hours
Preparation for presentation: 10 hours

Contents of Active Learning

Group work and discussions

Roleplays
Grading Criteria and Methods
  • Contribution to class discussions and class productivity, mini tests done in the class: 50%
  • Homework/reports/assignments: 30%
  • Final presentation (including preparation process): 20%
How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
Feedback will be given in the class.
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration
  • Students need to complete Communication for Global Business 1 exception only for 3rd and 4th year students.
  • Students are recommended to complete either Project Seminar I or Project Seminar II before taking this course.
  • Students who missed a class (for any reason) may have an opportunity to submit make-up assignment.
  • No credits will be given to those who missed one thirds of classes or more regardless of make-up assignments.
Practical Education
Not applicable.
Remarks
In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.