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Donna Tuffner

Senior Lecturer

Department of Business Studies
National Technical Institute for the Deaf

585-286-4676
Office Location
60-2773

Donna Tuffner

Senior Lecturer

Department of Business Studies
National Technical Institute for the Deaf

Education

AS, BS, MS, Rochester Institute of Technology

585-286-4676

Currently Teaching

NAST-150
3 Credits
This course focuses on effective management of document production activities by integrating document formatting and applications using various types of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and slide presentation software. Students will also learn to efficiently use electronic office procedures. Emphasis is on the mastery of skills and their application to a variety of realistic office document production projects. Typing skill development continues with an expected exit speed of 45+ net words per minute for five minutes.
NAST-210
3 Credits
This is a course in the essentials of business communication for today's fast-paced global environment. Emphasis will be on the message and the modes of communication used in the business environment. Participants will engage in effective communication skills through writings (traditional and electronic), face-to-face interactions, and team presentations. Course content will also include emphasis on non-grammar language applications in business communication.
NBUS-217
3 Credits
This course focuses on the management aspect of organizations. Students will learn a variety of methods management uses to stay organized, lead and motivate employees as well as how controls are established to ensure company goals are met. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the multi-faceted roles of leaders and managers in the workplace.
NBUS-223
3 Credits
This course introduces the field of marketing and its focus on how consumer behavior effects in the marketplace (domestically and internationally). Emphasis will be placed on understanding the marketing mix and its impact on the external market environment.