Report Writing for Results

Many people who regularly write reports have picked it up as they go. So how can you make sure that your reports are effective? Would you like to be confident that they are the best they can be?

This workshop-style course focuses on how to use language and layout to create successful user-friendly reports, for all levels of seniority. This can be customised to focus on specific types of reports (making a business case, writing an evaluation/ annual report/ manual/ SOP etc). It is effective for small groups, teams or one-to-one coaching.

Learn how to:

• Create an effective brief
• Identify the needs and objectives of your target audience
• Use clear thinking to create an effective plan
• Use a skeleton structure to create a logical flow
• Explain complex issues clearly and concisely for a variety of readers
• Use polished language to get your message across
• Write a strong, clear, concise executive summary
• Make it easy for scanners to get the message
• Use layout to make a report accessible and user-friendly
• Use visuals and colour
• Proofread for common punctuation errors
• Write as a team (on request)

Who should attend? It's the ideal course for anyone who feels that an ability to create clear, concise, accessible reports will help their career. It is also suitable for technical writers who have to communicate with non-technical readers.

For more details on this course, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sarah on 086-3927970