Course Overview:

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Create a basic outline
• Organise the key points and support them with relevant facts
• Write a rough draft
• Proof-read the draft to ensure a professional final copy
• Choose appropriate visuals such as charts, graphs, and tables to present figures
• Write an effective conclusion
• Write an executive summary that highlights the report's main ideas
• Professionally present the report in a persuasive manner.

Who should attend:

Duration: 1 day

Course Outline:

Introductions

Aims & Objectives

Preparing the Report

• Defining the purpose
• Setting the Objectives
• Investigate the topic
• Thinking about the reader

Organising the report into sections

• Title or title page
• Contents
• Executive Summary
• Introduction
• Discussions/Body/Investigation
• Summary & Conclusions
• Recommendations

Writing Reports

• Types of Reports
• Writing technical reports
• Order or writing
• Key points and Sign posts
• Revision & Summary

Layout

• Numbering Sections and figures
• Diagrams, graphs and tables
• Headings

Proof-reading

• Originality & Plagiarism
• Business English
• Punctuation
• Grammar

Presenting Reports

• The use of persuasive communication
• Using correct expression and convincing language
• The use of visuals other than PowerPoint
• Tips & techniques for informal presentations
• Captivating your audience
• Practical session