Report Writing

At a time when local authority expenditure and service delivery is under close scrutiny, well written and presented reports are evidence of sound decision making processes and service delivery. Reports are an important part of the audit trail and also a means of accessing funding.

The programme is suitable for participants who currently write reports and also those who will be required to write reports in the future.

Impact/outcomes

By the end of the course participants should be able to:

• Explain the principles of effective report writing
• Define the purpose and objectives reports
• Identify a clear structure for effective reports
• Demonstrate a clear methodology for writing reports

Programme

• Personal objectives
• Difficulties in report writing
• Objectives of Reports
• Types and purposes
• Pitfalls and problems
• Effective Written Communication
• Writing clearly
• Overcoming barriers
• Structures and presentation
• House style
• Formal and informal
• Report writing
• Methodology
• Practical Sessions
• Producing outline reports
• Key points, personal action plans

A one day letter and report writing course can be offered for staff who need to develop their written communication skills.

Who should attend: anyone who has to produce reports as part of their job role.