Based on a survey of English departments, this article, after predicting a con
tinuing strong demand for teachers of business and technical writing in
English departments, presents and analyzes the qualifications those depart
ments prefer when hiring new faculty to teach business and technical writing.
The response indicates that the most attractive candidates for these positions
will be those who have completed degree programs that combine the study of
literature and composition. These preferences suggest that some English de
partments should consider making their degree programs more flexible and
demanding.
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