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Basic English Business Writing

Structure Duration 2 Days (9am – 5pm)
Trainer Emma Jones
Commencement Date 06-07 Mar 2012
16-17 Jul 2012
11-12 Sep 2012
FEES S$727.60* (including GST)
* Members enjoy a 15% discount before GST
* Group Discount (3 or more participants) - 10%

SDF GRANT Pre-approved SDF Funding for All Companies

UTAP Funding is available for NTUC Members. Please apply via
http://skillsupgrade.ntuc.org.sg

Introduction

Writing is not the easiest channel through which to communicate. However, it is unavoidable in the workplace. Poorly written emails and letters may not project the desired image and will not help you to gain or retain customers.

This course will help you to avoid those common mistakes and write more professionally.

Objectives

Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Appreciate the importance of writing effectively
  • Understand correct grammar usage
  • Identify old-fashioned language and avoid the use of business jargon
  • Be able to identify and correct errors in their written documents

Target Audience

Junior executives, Executives, Learners of English as a second or third language and those who want to improve their writing skills (emails and letters), in terms of grammar and style.

Curriculum

Introduction

  • Identifying Common Problems
  • The Writing Process

Planning and Organising

  • Considering your Reader
  • Defining your Purpose
  • Using Paragraphs

Grammar Concerns

  • Subject Verb Agreement
  • Using Tense
  • Singapore vs Standard English

Style 

  • Active vs Passive
  • Over-long Sentences
  • Business Jargon
  • E-mail Etiquette

Editing

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