Living Dynamics

In business, whether you are crafting a memo style informal report or drafting a 50 page formal report, how and what you write defines who you are. This one day programme in business report writing takes you on a step-by-step journey, covering every aspect of report writing.

Throughout the day every aspect of writing reports will be covered theoretically and practically, delegates will produce a report during the course. This is an interactive and engaging day, which makes the difficult job of report writing into a very methodical and achievable task.

This Report Writing programme will enable delegates to construct different types of reports and minutes in a logical, persuasive, concise and accurate manner to maximise effectiveness.

Specific Outcomes Covered

• To learn to assess the reader and objectives.
• To present a report in a logical and attractive manner.
• To identify different types of reports for various purposes.
• To identify the difference between a recommendation and a conclusion.
• To collect relevant information for the report.
• To evualate findings and check for accuracy and objectiveness.
• To select the appropriate writing style and vocabulary to enhance the outcome.
• To decide on the correct use of active and passive forms.
• To use an effective method and layout for taking minutes.
• To provide a step-by-step checklist to use for the entire report writing process. 

NQF Level

4

Applicable Unit Standard

Use the writing process to compose texts required in the business environment. (12153 US. No.)

Credits Awarded

5

Duration

One day.

Target Audience

This Report Writing programme is aimed at employees who are responsible for writing reports and minutes as part of their work function.

Training Medium

Interactive outcome-based workshop, including a Living Dynamics learner workbook, exercises and assignments. Powerpoint slides and games to apply language skills.