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Introduction to Business and Report Writing Training
Level: Foundation
Rating:
4.60/5 Based on 81 Reviews
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.
Key Features of this Business & Report Writing Training:
- After-course instructor coaching benefit
- Learning Tree end-of-course exam included
- After-course computing sandbox included
You Will Learn How To:
- Develop writing skills to convey a credible message
- Compose concise messages using a structured writing process
- Adapt your writing to your audience's needs
- Fine-tune language to improve persuasiveness and impact
Certifications/Credits:
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- 3-day instructor-led training course
- One-on-one after-course instructor coaching
- Tuition can be paid later by invoice -OR- at the time of checkout by credit card
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Oct 14 - 16 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM EDT Online (AnyWare) Reserve Your Seat
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Dec 2 - 4 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST Alexandria, VA / Online (AnyWare) Reserve Your Seat
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Apr 7 - 9 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM EDT New York / Online (AnyWare) Reserve Your Seat
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Learning Tree offers a flexible schedule program. If you cannot attend full day sessions, this option consists of four-hour sessions per day instead of the full-day session.Important Business & Report Writing Course Information
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Requirements
- Strong proficiency in the English language
- Basic knowledge of English grammar
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Recommended Experience
- Experience with Microsoft Word
Business & Report Writing Course Outline
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Why Good Business Writing Matters
- Key benefits for the business
- Increasing your business effectiveness
- Identifying key communication problems
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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
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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
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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
- Recognizing key topics
- Structuring raw material
- Organizing information to highlight gaps
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Writing Reports that Address Business Problems
Recognizing the business impact
- Defining the criteria for a quality business document
- Identifying the business impact of the problem
- Demonstrating the value of confronting the situation
Recommending solutions
- Conducting effective research
- Applying decision-making criteria
- Tying your recommendation to the organization's mission
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Highlighting Benefits to Your Readers
Facilitating your readers' understanding
- Managing paragraphs using topic sentences
- Incorporating your readers' words
- Avoiding synonyms
Ordering your information
- Writing effective headings
- Reducing inferential load
- Structuring sentences to signal benefits
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Writing to Persuade Your Readers
Honing your writing to improve persuasiveness
- Tying your writing to the decision-making process
- Making credible claims
- Avoiding oversimplification
- Influencing your audience to value your ideas
- Creating an effective Executive Summary
Presenting information
- Improving bulleted lists by showing words in tables
- Highlighting alternatives to aid rapid decision-making
- Prioritizing business solutions
- Countering opposition
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Saying What You Mean in E-mail
Writing clearly
- Prioritizing your subject
- Optimizing word choice
- Differentiating between active vs. passive voice
- Eliminating pronouns and modifiers
Writing concisely
- Choosing a style appropriate for audience and context
- Revising to heighten impact
A professional approach to e-mail
- Respecting readers' time, interest and ability to focus
- Extinguishing flame wars
- Crafting relevant subject lines
Team Training
Important Business & Report Writing Course Information
-
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in the English language
- Basic knowledge of English grammar
-
Recommended Experience
- Experience with Microsoft Word
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
- Recognizing key topics
- Structuring raw material
- Organizing information to highlight gaps
-
Writing Reports that Address Business Problems
Recognizing the business impact
- Defining the criteria for a quality business document
- Identifying the business impact of the problem
- Demonstrating the value of confronting the situation
Recommending solutions
- Conducting effective research
- Applying decision-making criteria
- Tying your recommendation to the organization's mission
-
Highlighting Benefits to Your Readers
Facilitating your readers' understanding
- Managing paragraphs using topic sentences
- Incorporating your readers' words
- Avoiding synonyms
Ordering your information
- Writing effective headings
- Reducing inferential load
- Structuring sentences to signal benefits
-
Writing to Persuade Your Readers
Honing your writing to improve persuasiveness
- Tying your writing to the decision-making process
- Making credible claims
- Avoiding oversimplification
- Influencing your audience to value your ideas
- Creating an effective Executive Summary
Presenting information
- Improving bulleted lists by showing words in tables
- Highlighting alternatives to aid rapid decision-making
- Prioritizing business solutions
- Countering opposition
-
Saying What You Mean in E-mail
Writing clearly
- Prioritizing your subject
- Optimizing word choice
- Differentiating between active vs. passive voice
- Eliminating pronouns and modifiers
Writing concisely
- Choosing a style appropriate for audience and context
- Revising to heighten impact
A professional approach to e-mail
- Respecting readers' time, interest and ability to focus
- Extinguishing flame wars
- Crafting relevant subject lines
Business & Report Writing Training FAQs
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Can I learn Business and Report Writing online?
Yes! We know your busy work schedule may prevent you from getting to one of our classrooms which is why we offer convenient online training to meet your needs wherever you want, including online training.
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Can I earn Professional Development Units for the Business and Report Writing Introduction course?
Yes, you can receive PDUs from the Business and Report Writing Introduction course.
To find out how many PDUs you can receive, check out the PMI Q&A List ›
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