Introduction to Business & Report Writing

Introduction to Business

In this Business & Report Writing training course, you gain foundational knowledge in business writing, and leverage effective writing tools to create contract proposals, business plans, executive summaries, recommendation reports, and internal business communications.

Today’s technology has made everyone in the workplace a writer — leaving your reputation and success increasingly dependent on how well you communicate. Learn to convey a credible message & project a professional image in this 3-day course.

• Strong proficiency in the English language

• Basic knowledge of English grammar

• Experience with Microsoft Word

Introduction to Business and Report Writing Training Delivery Methods

• After-course instructor coaching benefit

• Learning Tree end-of-course exam included

• After-course computing sandbox included

Introduction to Business and Report Writing Training Course Benefits

Develop writing skills to convey a credible messageCompose concise messages using a structured writing processAdapt your writing to your audience's needsFine-tune language to improve persuasiveness and impact

Business & Report Writing Course Outline

Why Good Business Writing Matters

• Key benefits for the business

• Increasing your business effectiveness

• Identifying key communication problems

Supporting Business Objectives

The benefits to the writer

• Enhancing your professional image

• Improving career choice

The business writing process

• Breaking writing down into a clear process

• Scheduling tasks for completion

Planning for Your Audience

Adapting to audience needs

• Contextualizing your writing

• Eliminating barriers between you and your readers

Leveraging different communication styles

• Deciphering clues to style preferences

• Responding and relating well to your readers

Structuring Your Documents

Identifying the macro structure of business documents

• Handling the business document paradox

• Classifying different types of business documents

Developing the micro structure template

• Recognising key topics

• Structuring raw material

• Organising information to highlight gaps