Organization: Indepth Research Services
Registration deadline: 16 Jan 2017
Starting date: 23 Jan 2017
Ending date: 24 Jan 2017
Introduction
Good ideas do not always get the attention that they deserve. Frequently, badly organized, wordy reports tend to hide important information, and the important messages are lost. We show participants a systematic approach to report writing so that they are able to write clear, logically structured reports in less time.
Training Objective
Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:
- To use a number of easy-to-learn report-writing techniques
- To ensure the reports are well structured, that they flow logically and look professional
- To make the reports easier to read, and therefore to understand
- To make essential parts of the report stand out
- Make it easy for different readers to navigate around the report
- To produce documents that enhances the image of both the writer and the organization
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Module 1:
- Introduction to report writing
- Why a report
- Why are some reports ineffective?
- Basic principles of report writing
- Structure of business reports
Classification of reports
- Informal
- Formal
Systematic preparation/planning
- Considering the purpose
- Considering the readers
- Considering the context
- The writing rules
Logical structure
- Structuring for logical flow
- Organizing ideas
- Balance and emphasis
- Planning the content
Practice on writing the report
- Accuracy, brevity and clarity
- Tabular and graphic presentations
- Editing the report
Module 2:
Guiding the reader
- Constructing titles, headings and subheadings
- Producing effective lists
- Using visual aids and examples
Language choice
- Using plain English
- Being clear and concise
- Writing accurately
- Avoiding the passive voice
Finishing techniques
- Professional presentation
- Using a consistent format, style, layout
- Writing an executive summary
- Reproduction
- Distribution and presentation
Report Writing Exercises
- Group work
- Discussion & feedback on participants' reports
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817, +254 (020) 211 3814, +254 731240802, +254 735331020.
Email outreach@indepthresearch.org
How to register:
You can apply to participate as a group or as an individual by selecting the (Register Individual) or (Register Group) buttons.