XTBW 10013 - Effective Business Writing
1034258
Professional and Continuing Studies
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Course description
Develop and refine your writing skills to meet the challenges of a professional workplace environment. Learn how to write clear, concise and dynamic emails, letters and reports with competence and ease. Review common grammatical mistakes, style principles, document design and editing basics.Learner outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
- identify and use a range of pre-writing strategies: clustering, brainstorming, and free writing.
- write with an appropriate focus on purpose, audience, context, and tone.
- identify and apply the key principles of style: clarity, energy, brevity, and flow.
- recognize and use correct grammar and punctuation.
- write reader-centred emails, letters, and short reports.
- eliminate wordiness in text.
- explain the importance of developing strong lifelong writing habits.
- apply basic principles of layout and design.
- identify helpful and practical print and online resources.
Applies towards:
- Management Development Extension Certificate : Optional Courses
- Writing and Editing for Business Certificate of Completion : Required courses
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