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 Writing that Gets Results
Course Category:
- Professional Development course
Instructor(s):
In the information age (and even long since before it) good writing and communication skills have been integral to business success.
This highly interactive and fast-paced one day workshop teaches participants clear ways to write effectively, so that their words work for them not against them. Myths regarding "good writing" are debunked, how to examine one's writing from the reader's point of view and understanding the needs of various audiences are also covered.
Students engage in both group and individual exercises, work through real business examples, refine techniques that apply to any form of writing- whether it be emails, reports, or presentations, and leave with an extensive workbook that includes summaries of concepts and recommended references for follow up.
Students will be required to bring a minimum of four pages of their own writing from either current or previous projects.
Major topics covered in this course include
- Why clear succinct writing is important to you and your organization
- Myths about effective writing/Reworking the myths into best practices
- How to assess your readers' information needs
- Dealing with tone: acronyms, technical terms and level of detail
- Writing exercises – turning theory into practice
- How to structure a document and organize content
- Writing lab: editing a partner's writing
- Final steps: easy on the eyes
Suggested Audience
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Everyone who writes |
Past Participant Comments
"Excellent and fun course. Will definitely be able to use what I have learned."
"A very effective facilitator, a well-structured course."
"Facilitator is personable and knowledgeable. No suggestions for improvement - the course is great just the way it is."
Bank of Montreal participants
"Excellent - great pace, very useful, relevant material. Great best practices."
"A good brisk pace and enjoyable learning environment."
"Pat's format for the day was excellent. She is very personable and approachable with questions."
Metroland Media Group Inc. participants
| Location(s) |
Course Date(s) |
Early Bird Deadline |
Registration Deadline |
| Toronto |
April 17, 2012 |
March 20, 2012 |
April 3, 2012 |
- Course Length: 1 Day
- Check-in: 8:30 am
- Classes: 9 am - 5 pm
- Lunch will be provided
- For terms and conditions, click here
The venue address will be sent to you as part of your course registration confirmation.
Member
Early Bird* |
Non-Member
Early Bird* |
$499 |
$649 |
Member
Regular* |
Non-Member
Regular* |
$599 |
$749 |
*Plus applicable taxes
MRIA courses and their administration are subsidized by members' fees.
Therefore, members enjoy a reduced cost for courses.
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