Report Writing and Presentation

$ 1 295.00

Report Writing and Presentation Course

Take Your Business Report Writing Skills to New Heights

Learn how to write and present compelling,
professional business reports

The Report Writing and Presentation Course teaches you how to structure, write and verbally present a professional report. You will learn what to leave out and what to include in order to engage your readers and audience members.

This course is essential for technical specialists or managers whose career growth depends on being effective and persuasive as a business report writer.

This is an intensive course aimed at developing your career as a manager or subject matter specialist. Your employer will also benefit from your professional development.

The Report Writing and Presentation Course Gives You...

No Automated Marking

We use traditional methods of assessing work, as editors at publishing houses would. No generic feedback!

A Flexible Schedule

Work wherever and whenever you want. You can easily fit our courses around work and other commitments.

Relevant, Usable Content

Easy-to-digest course notes that capture a lifetime of writing experience, ready for you to apply to your own writing.

Ongoing Assessment

Your writing is assessed continuously as your course progresses.

Expert, Individual Feedback

Get prompt, honest, detailed feedback on every assignment from an award-winning writer. We focus on your unique writing strengths.

No Peer Reviews!

You will only be assessed by your tutor, a leader in their field. No more guessing and wondering how to write; you'll be guided line by line.

Discover How to Write
Reports With Ease

Impress your team with your
clear and persuasive reports

This online writing course consists of five modules. Each module has a practical component.

At the end of the course, a verbal presentation must be made. This has to be done in a work environment and be peer and/or line manager evaluated.

You will plan and create a persuasive presentation and learn how to respond appropriately and effectively to critical questions. In addition, you will learn how to self-evaluate and take evaluative comments from line managers and colleagues on board in order to continuously improve your skills.

On this course, you will:

create a strategy based on proven theories and techniques
plan, organise and write an effective report in good business English
edit your work effectively
deliver a convincing verbal report
present your written report in a visually attractive way
tie up the loose ends and submit your report

Discover How to Write Reports With Ease

Impress your team with your clear and persuasive reports

This online writing course consists of five modules. Each module has a practical component.

At the end of the course, a verbal presentation must be made. This has to be done in a work environment and be peer and/or line manager evaluated.

On this course, you will:

create a strategy based on proven theories and techniques
plan, organise and write an effective report in good business English
edit your work effectively
deliver a convincing verbal report
present your written report in a visually attractive way
tie up the loose ends and submit your report

'I was extremely happy with all the materials and course content. Susan is a wonderful lecturer: her feedback was always constructive, informative, kind and insightful. She is also very approachable, open and supportive. She is absolutely the best. I learnt more than I ever dreamed I would.'

Theresa de Beer

Course Overview

COURSE FEE

$ 1 295

Price includes GST

NUMBER OF ASSIGNMENTS

15 The assignments vary in length.

NUMBER OF MODULES

5 These modules include around 200 pages of course notes.

COURSE DURATION

8 Work at your own pace – up to a maximum of eight months.

START DATE: ANYTIME

Working with an individual tutor means you can start the course at any time.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Basic writing skills are essential.
Computer skills, e-mail and Internet access required.
No previous tertiary qualification required.

Tutor for this Course

Susan Williams

Susan Williams is the founder and managing director of Prose&Coms, an innovative communications company specialising in corporate publications, training and storytelling for strategic, motivational and therapeutic purposes.

She holds a BA degree with a specialisation in Languages and Philosophy, two BA Honours degrees in Philosophy and Applied Linguistics and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education.

With a strong background in education and vast experience working at multinational corporations, Susan consults and offers services in her areas of expertise. Since starting her business in 2000, she has been contracted to manage numerous group publishing projects with international distribution. In addition, she has first-hand experience in developing corporate and technical training video scripts and presentations, as well as superb induction and other internal/public training programmes.

Susan tutors the Report Writing and Presentation Course, the Write Better Letters Course, the Write Better Newsletters Course and the Writing Coach Course.

Course Curriculum

Module 1

Communication Theory and Technique

Understand the elements of effective and persuasive communication
Create a report writing strategy
Plan for a varied audience
Research and list legislation and policies
Writing assignments

Module 2

Plan and Structure: Writing With Purpose

Understand the attributes and properties of reports
Follow a process to plan, organise and structure a report
Analyse and evaluate a workplace report
Writing assignments

Module 3

The Writing and Editing Process

Apply a seven-step process to collect, collate and complete a business report
Use correct grammar and punctuation to avoid common writing errors in writing a report
Create a professional, readable and visually attractive report
Follow a three-step editing process
Writing assignments

Module 4

From Written Report to Verbal Presentation

Understand the cornerstones of a presentation
Define the various purposes of presentations and plan the correct structure
Gather, analyse, organise and deliver technical information meaningfully
Use rhetorical devices and elements of persuasion to engage your audience
Writing assignments

Module 5

Practical Presentation and Evaluation Techniques

Effective presentation skills (wow your audience)
Use presentation software effectively
Think on your feet and respond to questions effortlessly
Use techniques to overcome common speech and presentation problems
Apply critical thinking and evaluation techniques to continuously improve your presentations
Writing assignments

What Our Students Say

My experience at The Writers College was very positive. The course was very enjoyable and a useful experience; it helped me identify gaps in my writing. The course was all about tutor-student interaction. A very positive tutor-student relationship was created, which allowed me to experiment and grow. The course absolutely met my objectives. Some of the assignments were perhaps a bit too easy but, all in all, the general experience was a positive one. The administrative interactions were efficient, and the electronic medium was extremely useful. The Writers College has mastered online courses, and I’d recommend them to anyone who would like to improve their writing skills while not being bound to attend lectures.

The course has inspired me to become a better writer. With awareness comes opportunity; effort makes it possible. The effort I put in was reflected in my results, and I feel my journey is just beginning. I enjoyed my contact with Susan. I believe her personal, anecdotal comments brought the course to life, and I responded positively to this approach. After having done the course, I am more aware of what I don’t know, and I realise the effort I need to put in to achieve my goals. The Writers College is a professional provider of writing courses, and I am fortunate to have benefited from their service. I have recommended it to others and will continue to do so.

I enjoyed doing the course a lot; I’m more confident now with my English writing. English is not my first language. I wanted to try something different to improve my writing, vocabulary and even grammar skills, and this course absolutely met my objectives. My tutor was always very clear and respectful with her comments. The course was fun, challenging and I learnt a lot.

Lifetime Course Access

Benefit from free lifetime access to future course updates and access to our writing resources.

Work at Your Own Pace

Our courses work around you. You can pace your course around your busy life.

500+ Bonus Articles on Our Blog

A superb, constantly updated resource with articles on writing and interviews with writers.

Work Opportunities

Top students are invited to join our writers and editors for hire service.

Be the First to Know About Writing Competitions

We'll help you keep up to date with the latest competition announcements

Join a Community of Writers

You will have access to our friendly Facebook community, daily writing tips and writing inspiration.

Risk-Free 100% Money-Back Guarantee

We are so confident that you will love your course that if you’re not 100% satisfied with the quality of our training, simply ask for a refund within 30 days.

Questions?
We've Got Answers

How does the course work?

Detailed course notes covering the content of each module will be emailed to you. At the end of each module, you will be required to complete one or two writing exercises. Once the writing assignment has been completed and emailed to your tutor, you will receive an assessment and feedback, and the module will be considered complete.

Is it interactive? Can I ask my tutor questions?

Absolutely. You have direct communication with your tutor for the duration of the course. The more questions you ask, the more you will get out of the course.

For how long will I get access to the course?

You will get lifetime access to the course. You will also benefit from future updates and improvements to the course.

Will anyone else see my work?

For the majority of our courses, only your tutor will see your work. It will remain completely private unless you get it published. The journalism courses might see your work published in the public domain, but you do have the final say as to whether or not this happens.

What are the conditions of certification?

You will receive a Writers College Certificate upon successful completion of the course, provided you meet the following conditions:

You must have completed all writing assignments.
The course must have been completed within eight months of registration.
A minimum average of 50% must be achieved.

What are the admission requirements?

Good writing skills are essential.
You will need feedback from peers or management for your written report and verbal presentation.
Computer skills as well as email and Internet access are required.
No previous tertiary qualification is required.

When can I start a course?

Because you will work with an individual tutor, you can start your course as soon as your application has been approved. There are no specific start dates as would be the case with a traditional college.

An application is usually approved within one working day. Once we receive proof of payment, your can start your course.

You could be starting your course today!

What is the minimum estimated time commitment?

Reading time: 5 hours
Writing time: Up to 40 hours
Research time: Up to 20 hours, depending on the complexity of your report topic

When will I get access to the course?

Once your application has been approved, you will receive notification of approval and an invoice via email. As soon as we receive proof of payment, the first module as well as your tutor’s email address and your login details will be sent to you. Your tutor will also be in touch to welcome you.

Who owns the rights to the work I produce?

Any work created on our courses is owned by you. We will never make a claim to anything you produce. We follow the rule that copyright subsists with the creator (you).