This one day report writing course is aimed at business professionals who want to improve their report writing skills. The course can be delivered as described or it can be tailored to meet more specifically identified needs.  Learning is reinforced by handouts covering all main objectives and exercises during the day. These handouts provide a valuable aide-memoire to support learning on return to the workplace.

• To develop the necessary skills to write a professional business report.

• Establish clear objectives for a report
• Plan the stages for the preparation of the report
• Assess the readers' needs
• Follow and/or adapt a recognised, helpful and logical structure
• Distinguish between facts, conclusions and recommendations
• Use an accurate, clear and brief writing style following plain English guidelines
• Consider the style and presentation of a report
• Edit and proofread documents to ensure accuracy and consistency

Prefer plain words - avoiding padding

 

Use of the active voice - ensuring a personal and direct style

 

Techniques for writing shorter sentences

 

Importance of Terms of Reference

 

Assessing the needs of the reader

 

Planning and preparation - including use of Planning tools & Production Model

 

Constructing a report - distinguishing between facts, conclusions and recommendations

 

Importance of editing and proofreading