Business Writing

Newleaf Associates

Short course

In Edinburgh

£ 275 VAT exempt

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Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Location

    Edinburgh (Scotland)

  • Class hours

    6h

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Start date

    10/06/2024

To demonstrate a practical understanding of the essentials of grammar, punctuation and use of language. To tackle a range of writing tasks with increased skills and confidence. To produce written documents that are clear, concise, well structured and that achieve the desired results. This course is suitable for anyone who would like to improve and develop their written communication skills.

Important information

Documents

  • Business Writing Course Overview
  • CourseOverviewBusinessWritingForPDF.pdf

Facilities

Location

Start date

Edinburgh (Midlothian/Edinburghshire)
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Start date

10 Jun 2024Enrolment now open

About this course

Anyone who would like to be able to write better emails, letters or reports. Also suitable for anyone looking for a general refresher on the use of grammar and punctuation.

There are no entry requirements for attendance on this course. Participants are encouraged to bring along samples of their written work so that these can form the basis of some course exercises.

Certificate of attendance on request

Flexible approach and willingness to give feedback on documents brought to the course.

Please call or email the provider.

Yes, we can deliver the course in-house and we can tailor content to suit the needs and priorities of the group.
Please contact us for a quote.

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Subjects

  • Writing Skills
  • Grammar
  • Punctuation
  • Spelling correction
  • Report Writing
  • Email
  • Business Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Letter Writing
  • Writing

Teachers and trainers (1)

Margaret Johnston

Margaret Johnston

Training Consultant

Highly experienced Trainer, Facilitator & Coach with a background of some 25 years in various roles within public, private and Further Education sectors. Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD); Fellow of the Institute of Training & Occupational Learning (ITOL); Post-graduate Teaching Qualification (Further Education); Associate Member of the International NLP Trainers Association. Ability to work in partnership with clients and willing to 'go the extra mile'. Friendly learner-centred training style ensuring full participation and transfer of learning.

Course programme

This one day course is suitable for anyone who has to produce written documents at work and who would like to improve their skills and confidence. Writing is often viewed as an onerous activity, however, with the right tools and techniques it can become more manageable and less time-consuming. The course takes a practical approach with lots of short writing exercises, each designed to illustrate particular points and to provide constructive feedback on use of language, grammar, tone and style.

Additional information

Payment options: BACS or cheque.
Comments: Group size is 10 maximum. Typical course size is 6 - 8 to allow more time for individual feedback and support.
Post-course support via email at no additional cost. 
Career opportunities: Not relevant.
Credits/Points: 0
Students per class: 6 - 10
Contact person: Margaret Johnston

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