Report Writing Skills

DURATION: One Day

AIM

To enable participants to write clear and concise reports

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Important business decisions are based on the written word. Managers, supervisors, sales people and buyers are all required to produce reports. Both long reports and short reports require structure and fluency to communicate clearly, accurately and persuasively. This programme will teach a simple and effective approach which will relate to the needs of each delegate.

CONTENT

• Preparation and planning
• Defining a clear purpose
• Objective setting
>> Gathering information
• The structure
• Sequencing
• Clear presentation
• Layout, style and impact
>> Additional material
• Writing the report
• Accuracy, brevity and clarity
• Format and style
• Readability
>> Common errors and how to avoid them
• Case studies and feedback session

BENEFITS

By the end of the programme delegates will be able to prepare and write effective reports. Having a systematic approach enables the writer to use time more effectively when producing a report. By using appropriate techniques, writers will produce a better end result.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Anyone required to write reports. This programme will suit those with no formal training in report writing or those who seek new ideas to help make their reports more imaginative.

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