COMMUNICATION AT WORK

Studying communication fosters real-life skills that are valuable in the workplace. Whether you're a nurse, an athlete, or an author and businesswoman like Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, knowing how to competently communicate can make or break your success.

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