Details
Effective writing skills are a key asset for all professionals, ensuring that you accurately communicate your message and represent your company well. This practical workshop is designed to improve business writing skills by focusing on common errors in sentence structure and style. You will learn essential tips and techniques to write effectively in various email and business writing contexts. This course provides hands-on experience with business writing letters and professional communication. Please bring your laptop for practical exercises, as you'll receive peer reviews and direct feedback.
This intensive two-day business writing course is designed to transform the way you communicate in the workplace. You'll move beyond basic grammar and learn to write with confidence and impact.
Key benefits you'll gain:
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Master the Five C's: Learn to apply the core principles of writing to ensure all your business correspondence is clear, concise, correct, complete, and courteous.
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Boost Your Professionalism: Gain the skills to produce flawless, professional documents that meet high grammatical standards and reflect positively on your brand and career.
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Write with Authority: Discover how to effectively use active voice and other techniques to make your writing more direct, compelling, and authoritative.
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Eliminate Errors: Sharpen your proofreading and editing skills to ensure your documents are always polished and error-free.
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Craft Compelling Correspondence: Master the art of writing professional business letters and emails, ensuring every message is persuasive and effective.
Delivery Methods
| Delivery Method | Duration | ||
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| 2 Days | Get a Quote | ||
| 2 Days | Get a Quote |
Discounts Available
Save up to 10% by booking and paying 10 business days before the course.
Brochure:
Audience
Anybody wanting to improve his/her writing skills and who does not require an accredited course.
Pre-Requisites
MS Word or document formatting experience is preferable. Please bring your laptop to work on practical exercises.
Course Outline / Curriculum
Session 1: Course Overview
A detailed introduction to the Effective Business Writing Skills training programme, including a comprehensive review of the course structure and key learning objectives.
Session 2: The Purpose of Professional Writing
An exploration of the importance and purpose of effective written communication in a professional and corporate context.
Session 3: Writing with Clarity
Learn the techniques and strategies for achieving crystal-clear messaging and precise meaning in all your written correspondence.
Session 4: Writing with Conciseness
Master methods to create more impactful business documents by being brief and getting straight to the point without losing essential information.
Session 5: Writing with Completeness
Ensure your written communication is always comprehensive and effective by including all the necessary information your reader needs.
Session 6: Writing with Correctness
A focused session on the critical importance of grammar, spelling, and factual accuracy in all forms of business communication.
Session 7: Understanding Active and Passive Voice
Understand how and when to use active and passive voice to improve the tone and readability of your sentences.
Session 8: Advanced Sentence Construction
Delve into the fundamentals of building strong, effective sentences and different sentence types for varied business needs.
Session 9: Mastering Punctuation
Learn how to use punctuation correctly for improved readability, clarity, and overall professional presentation.
Session 10: The Readability Index
An introduction to readability concepts and practical methods to assess and improve the complexity of your text.
Session 11: Professional Language and Courtesy
Discover how to apply proper etiquette and polite language to create respectful and positive professional correspondence.
Session 12: Practical Language Skills
Apply practical language skills to a variety of real-world business scenarios to ensure your communication is always effective.
Session 13: Using Inclusive Language
Strategies for using respectful and inclusive language that resonates positively with a diverse audience.
Session 14: Polishing Sentence Construction
Advanced techniques for refining your sentence structure, building impactful phrases, and creating a powerful writing style.
Session 15: Writing Professional Business Letters
Learn the proper structure and best practices for composing formal and professional business letters.
Session 16: Writing Effective Emails
- Email Basics: Key guidelines on crafting professional emails, from compelling subject lines to proper formatting and the appropriate use of attachments.
- Conveying Tone in Writing: Discover strategies for effectively communicating tone and emotion in your written messages.
Session 17: Mastering Instant Messaging Etiquette
Best practices for professional communication on digital platforms like Microsoft Teams and Slack.
Session 18: Spelling and Proofreading Techniques
Techniques for meticulous spelling and thorough proofreading to ensure every business document is error-free.
Session 19: Enhancing Writing with AI Tools
Using Large Language Models to Craft an Email: A practical application of AI tools and LLMs to assist with your writing tasks.
Session 20: The Writing Challenge
A practical exercise designed to help you apply your newfound business writing skills in a real-world scenario.
Schedule Dates and Booking
To apply for a booking, click on the relevant "Book Now" button below.
Note: places are only fully secured once payment has been made.
| Start Date | End Date | Branch | Status | |
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| Wed 15 Oct 2025 | Thu 16 Oct 2025 | Fourways | Scheduled |
