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Dunlap-Stone University Transfer Credit · Business 210

BUS-118 – Business Writing at DSU.

Earn this Dunlap-Stone University equivalency through UPI Study's Business Communication — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Business Communication — transfers as BUS-118 – Business Writing at Dunlap-Stone University
Signed Articulation Agreement · February 2025
UPI Study × Dunlap-Stone University
You complete at UPI Study
Business Communication
Business 210 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Dunlap-Stone University recognizes as
BUS-118 – Business Writing
3 transcript credits · DSU course: BUS-118
DEAC accredited since 2003 · Transcript sent directly to Dunlap-Stone University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to DSU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of business communication, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Discuss the importance of effective communication in professional settings and its impact on organizational success and individual performance
  • ✓Develop proficiency in key communication skills, including verbal, non-verbal, listening, and digital communication
  • ✓Implement communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders, applying clarity, empathy, and adaptability
  • ✓Navigate organizational communication structures and their influence on information flow and team dynamics
  • ✓Master effective communication techniques in team environments, including conflict resolution and collaborative tools
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to organizational communication Communication structure, strategy & standards Interpersonal communication & perception Diversity, inclusion & global competence Cultural dimensions & language in global business Team dynamics & group decision making Group behavior, listening & meeting management Leadership & the human dimension of management Motivation theories & applications Management principles & supervisory skills Ethics, social responsibility & corporate governance Supervisory communication systems Professional business writing: routine & negative messages Persuasive communication in business Strategic communication: purpose, audience & outcomes
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Dunlap-Stone University's registrar. DSU applies the equivalency: BUS-118 – Business Writing.

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Business Communication — two ways to enroll.

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  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Dunlap-Stone University
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Tuition saved vs DSU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $475, DSU's undergraduate rate of $1,425 per 3-credit course (2026-2027 Academic Catalog). Under the articulation agreement DSU does not charge tuition for the UPI Study courses it recognizes as credit. Credit awards are subject to DSU's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Business Communication → DSU.

📚 About Business Communication
What is Business Communication?
Business Communication is a college-level course focused on professional and technical communication skills. It is Business 210 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What kinds of writing will I practice?
The course covers a range of professional writing formats — from technical documents and reports to business correspondence and proposals — with a focus on clarity, audience, and purpose.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About BUS-118 – Business Writing at DSU
Does Dunlap-Stone University accept Business Communication as a direct equivalent to their BUS-118 – Business Writing?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists UPI Study's Business Communication as DSU's BUS-118 – Business Writing, a named course, not just elective or general-education credit. The credit posts to your DSU transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Named-course credit. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists Business Communication as BUS-118 – Business Writing, so it meets that course requirement on your DSU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken BUS-118 – Business Writing at DSU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for BUS-118 – Business Writing, DSU typically applies UPI Study's Business Communication as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your DSU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking BUS-118 – Business Writing directly at DSU?
The credit value is the same: 3 credits toward your DSU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), so you can finish faster and start before you enroll at DSU. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at DSU to reduce overall program time.
Does Dunlap-Stone University ever change which courses they accept as BUS-118 – Business Writing?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University currently lists Business Communication → BUS-118 – Business Writing. We update this page whenever that changes.
🔄 About transferring to DSU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my DSU degree?
Dunlap-Stone University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by DSU under the UPI Study × DSU articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at DSU.
Do I need to enroll at DSU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no DSU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to DSU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach DSU?
Once you complete Business Communication, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (BUS-118 – Business Writing) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Business Communication for your DSU credit.

What is Business Communication?

Business Communication studies how people share information, make decisions, and work together in organizations. It covers written, spoken, digital, and interpersonal communication, with attention to how messages are shaped by audience, culture, roles, and workplace goals.

How the course teaches you

Business Communication is a self-paced online course built on video lessons, followed by quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Each part carries equal weight: 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. Completing the course produces a transcript entry, and that entry is what Dunlap-Stone University (DSU) recognizes as BUS-118 – Business Writing.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds skills in clear written and spoken messages, active listening, digital communication, and working through conflict in teams. These skills apply to nearly any role that involves reports, client contact, or coordinating with coworkers. At DSU, the credit can apply toward the Associate of Arts: Business Administration or the Bachelor of Business Administration through its BUS-118 equivalency. Students in the Bachelor of Arts: Psychology can also use it where Appendix 1 assigns it general education or elective credit.

Skills you walk away with

clear workplace writing and speakingactive listening in meetings and one-on-one conversationsdigital communication for professional settingscommunicating with internal and external stakeholdersteam communication and conflict resolutionunderstanding organizational communication flowworking across cultures and communication styles

Taking this course toward DSU

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent to Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar applies the credit as BUS-118 – Business Writing, a named equivalency tied to a specific catalog code. In practical terms, that means the course fills the BUS-118 requirement in your degree plan rather than counting as unassigned credit. DSU accepts up to 90 credits (75%) in transfer, so keep that ceiling in mind when planning the rest of your coursework.

Who this course is for

This course suits people who want to move toward a DSU business degree at lower cost, including working adults who need to study around a job and career changers entering business. Because DSU recognizes it as a named equivalency, it fills a specific catalog course rather than acting as a general elective, though total transfer credit is capped at 90 credits (75%). It is not a good fit for students who need a fixed meeting schedule or who learn best with live instruction, since the course is self-paced and online.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to DSU.

Dunlap-Stone University recognizes UPI Study courses for credit in its undergraduate degrees under the signed articulation agreement. Each course below has the DSU course, general education category or elective credit Appendix 1 assigns it.

What DSU offers UPI students
✓Signed articulation agreement (February 2025)
✓No DSU tuition for UPI Study credit it recognizes
✓100% online degrees for adult learners
✓DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · AZ-SARA
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer credits toward a bachelor's
75%
Max share of an undergraduate program from transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at DSU in good standing and meet course and program requirements. DSU is solely responsible for how it recognizes UPI Study courses.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Dunlap-Stone University.