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Effective Report Writing Skills

ID  528

Course: Effective Report Writing Skills

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01 Jan 1970 : 01 Jan  1970

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Training Language : English

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Introduction : 

Good writing skills are a key ingredient in effective organisational communication and personal success.  This interactive workshop provides participants with the opportunity to review and develop the skills they need to write effective reports and improve the quality and impact of all their written communications.

Who Should Attend?

  • Managers and Professionals
  • Senior Secretaries and PA’s

Programme Objectives : 

  • To help participants improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their reports, letters, memos, e-mails, minutes, instructions, briefing notes and other forms of written communication

Training Methodology

This will be a practical and active programme involving informal lecture, exercises and discussion.  Participants are asked to bring with them samples of their current business writing which they can use to benchmark their skills against the principles explored.  During the programme participants will also work on writing a report which will be used for further analysis and feedback.

It will be useful if participants have access to laptops throughout the programme.

Course Outline : 

DAY 1 - Programme introduction and objectives

The nature and range of business writing and communication

  • Barriers and pitfalls  in business communication
  • Differences between written and oral communication
  • Differences between types of business writing
  • ‘Effective’ writing verses ‘efficient’ writing
  • Identifying your own strengths and weaknesses

Characteristics of effective reports

  • Putting the reader first
  • The role of introductions and conclusions
  • Setting and meeting report objectives and terms of reference
  • Analysing and understanding the target audience and the readers’ needs
  • Drawing clear conclusions and making recommendations
  • Length of reports and the use of appendices

DAY 2 

The report writing process

  • Concept and application of ‘rapid composition’
  • Developing ideas and gathering material
  • Brain storming and mind-mapping
  • Research techniques

Selecting material and structuring reports

  • Criteria of relevance - what to leave out and what to put in
  • Developing logical sequencing
  • Using headings and sub-headings as signposts for the reader

Layout and graphic devices

  • Report layout and structure
  • Developing and following a ‘house style’ - guidance on how to write reports
  • Consistent and correct use of display lists and ‘bullet points’
  • Using and presenting tables
  • Diagrams, figures and graphs

Editing, proof-reading and computer applications

  • Editing
  • Getting the best from computer spell- and grammar-checks
  • Proof reading
  • ‘Track changes’, ‘auto-summarising’, adding foot notes, hyper-linking and other aspects of getting the best from MS Word

DAY 3

Clear communication and improving readability

  • Fog factor analysis and readability scores
  • Sentence length and paragraph structure
  • Dimensions of writing style
  • Active vs. passive voice
  • Improving language content and style
  • Choosing your words

Punctuation and grammar

  • The language of grammar (a guide to grammatical terms and functions)
  • Commas, full-stops, colons, semi-colons, dashes, brackets etc
  • The apostrophe ‘s’
  • Hyphenating words
  • Consistency in using capital letters for proper nouns
  • Relative clauses – ‘which’ or ‘that’

DAY 4

Additional forms of business writing

  • Transferring the principles from report writing
  • Letters and emails - structure, style and etiquette
  • Meeting agendas and minutes
  • Writing instructional manuals and procedures
  • Job descriptions and person specifications

Supporting reports with presentations

  • Relationship between report documentation and oral presentation
  • Adapting the content and style
  • Choosing the right language - contrast between written and spoken forms

DAY 5 : Tutorials and exercises

  • Participants’ presentations
  • Presentation and critique of draft reports
  • Programme review and action planning 

Day 1 - Asset Cost Management Introduction

Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must.This workshop is a combination of instructor lead topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.

Day 2 - Laying the Groundwork

Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must.This workshop is a combination of instructor lead topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.

Day 3 - Applying the Value based Process

Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must.This workshop is a combination of instructor lead topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.

Day 4 - Ensuring the Continuity of the Value-based Process

Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must.This workshop is a combination of instructor lead topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.

The European Quality of Training and Management Consulting relies on advanced methodology in developing skills and enhancing the effectiveness of human resources. The company adopts modern methods to achieve these goals. In order to achieve its objectives, European Quality follows the following steps in a precise and professional manner:

  • Lectures and Visual Presentations:
    • Theoretical lectures are presented through PowerPoint presentations, videos, and short films, providing a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.
  • Scientific Assessment:
    • Trainees are thoroughly assessed before and after the training program to ensure the desired objectives are achieved and to provide necessary guidance.
  • Brainstorming and Role-playing:
    • Innovation and problem-solving are encouraged through brainstorming sessions and role playing experiences.
  • Practical Cases:
    • Practical learning is emphasized through cases relevant to the subject matter and the nature of work for the trainees, contributing to the development of practical skills.
  • Final Evaluation and Certificates:
    • A comprehensive assessment is conducted at the end of the program. Trainees are awarded attendance and participation certificates recognized by the European Quality Training and Management Consultancy , provided they have completed at least 80% of the program days.
  • Training Materials:
    • Professional trainers and experts in various fields create scientific and practical training materials, which are printed and retained, and distributed on CD or flash drives to ensure easy access to the content.
  • Post-Training Follow-up:
    • European Quality Training and Management Consultancy provides continuous support after the training program. This support includes additional consultancy sessions or workshops to ensure the continuity of learning and the application of acquired skills in the working environment.
  • Customized Training Programs:
    • Training programs are designed to meet the needs of individual companies and institutions. Client needs are carefully analyzed to ensure that the training content aligns with their specific objectives and achieves the desired impact.
  • Utilizing Technology:
    • Training incorporates modern techniques such as online platforms and distance learning to provide flexible and effective learning experiences. Participants can access educational resources online and engage in discussions and online workshops.
  • Specialized Trainers:
    • Trainers and lecturers are carefully selected to ensure they have high expertise in their fields. Experience and professionalism are added to the training to ensure the delivery of high-quality content and effective learning experiences.
  • Encouraging Participation:
    • European Quality Training and Management Consultancy encourages active participation and interaction during training sessions. Interactive activities such as group discussions and collective exercises are organized to stimulate effective participation in the learning process.
  • Focus on Personal Transformation:
    • Participants are encouraged to think critically and develop problem-solving skills and decision making abilities. They are guided towards achieving personal and professional transformation, leading to improved performance in their work areas.
  • Continuous Assessment:
    • Continuous assessments are provided to evaluate participants performance and their understanding of the training materials. This assessment is used to modify the training program if necessary and ensure the desired results are achieved.
  • Terms and Conditions:
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  • Prices and Discounts:
    • It is noted that the prices displayed on the website do not include a 5% value added tax. All prices are subject to discounts according to the companys policies.

European Quality Training and Management Consultancy of Training and Management Consulting reserves the right to change the location of the training program, change the accredited lecturers for program delivery, hold, or cancel the program in line with the companys vision and program conditions and our quality policy.

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