Essential Report Writing

Duration: One Day

Aim

To develop best practice in report writing. This course is particularly suitable for people who now find themselves in roles that require report writing skills not previously demanded of them.

Course Outline

Aim & Audience
Identifying the purpose of the document and the audience.

Planning & Preparation
Gathering, selecting and checking the information.
Organising information into logical sections.

Structure
Choosing the appropriate structure for the type of report (persuasive, informative, etc)
Numbering

Beginnings & Endings
Introductions; executive summaries; conclusions; recommendations.

Principles of good writing
Language; punctuation; vocabulary; common faults to avoid.

Presentation
Producing attractive documents; conforming to a house style; consistency; correct usage of typography; layout and white space.

Proofing
Checking, editing and proof reading.