Company Name: DEAL Training Consultants CC Telephone: 021 9451595 Fax: 088021 9451595 Cell Phone: 0836306636 Email: infodealtraining.co.za Website: www.dealtraining.co.za

Course Title:   Course in Report Writing

Most office professionals, as part of their job responsibilities, have to present information in report format. Reports differ from other written communications, in that they provide specific research-based information, which results in decision-making or action to be taken. Reports are a form of informing and persuading people, as well as initiating change. In most cases a report is the final step in the process of problem solving.

The most important aspects of report writing are to design a logical structure, to provide clear, focused information, and to use paragraphs and sentences to convey meaning effectively. Report writing is a creative process characterised by accuracy, validity, reasoning and good judgement.

The course will cover the following topics:

Understanding the different kinds of reports

Planning and preparing for writing the report

● Collecting, organising and interpreting data
● Clear and logical structuring of ideas and information with clear objectives
● Hierarchy and numbering: Determining the headings
● Choosing the correct model for constructing the body
● Creating questionnaires

Writing the report

● Formulating an executive summary
● Understanding terms of reference
● Writing the problem statement
● Compiling an informative introduction
● Findings: How to state your case effectively
● Writing effective conclusions and recommendations

Correct, efficient grammar and style

● Appropriate tone
● Effective, creative and correct style
● The most appropriate use of tense

Academic referencing: The essential elements when using data and how to refer to sources of the data

Eye-catching layout and attractive presentation

● Reader-friendly, professional and appealing layout
● First impressions count: What is the general impact of your report?
● The title and subtitle: Using the right wording

Editing and evaluating your own writing

● Proofreading and editing the report
● Clarifying the content against the purpose
● Evaluating the relevance and accuracy of information

Course Title 2 Course in Report Writing Classification Writing & Publishing -> Report Writing Course Requirements WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This one-day course is suitable for office professionals who are responsible for presenting information in report format Price In-house training: Please contact us for a quotation/proposal. Assessment as an additional option: R1,000.00 per person Excluding Vat Notes D.E.A.L. will also be presenting three public courses at the Bell Rosen Guest House, Welgemoed, Cape Town. Accreditation status: Services SETA: Provisional. This Course is aligned to Unit Standard: Write/Present/Sign for a wide range of context: US ID: 119459. Accredited by the Institute for Certified Administrative Professionals 10 CPS / CAP Points

Course Information Location COUNTRYWIDE Course Type Part Time Day Start Dates Length of Course Two days Final Registration Date

Contact Details Name D.E.A.L Training Consultants CC Phone 021 9451595 Email infodealtraining.co.za