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Business Report Writing
Overall Aim:
Everyone needs to write reports. Some lucky managers write them only occasionally, the unlucky ones have to draft reports on a regular basis. Reports however are a standard business and management tool, without which it would become impossible to function as effectively, wherever we work.
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
- Understand what a report is and how to clearly define its purpose and objectives
- Know how to plan/research a report while considering audience needs and possible reactions
- Learn how to set out written communication to avoid common mistakes
- Appreciate how to structure a report, identify key facts and issues and offer advice
- Be aware of best practice in business punctuation and grammar
Contents:
- Group activity – what helps / hinders you
- Definitions of reports and business language
- Success of report writing – how to draft a report
- Right to write – the pros and cons
- Reports that get the full attention
- Reports that are credible, factual and presentable
- How to persuade, negotiate and influence your audience
- Impact – how to get your proposals accepted and understood
- Quality of reports and evaluation techniques
- Practical activity and group work
- Personal action plan
This course is suitable for:
Managers at all levels who would like to improve their business writing skills
Duration: 1 Day
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