INTRODUCTION
"I can speak English fluently, but writing letters and emails at work is very different."
"I studied English to a high level, but I never learned any business writing."
"My line manager often changes what I have written without explanation."
Does this sound like you? If English isn't your first language, business writing can be a big challenge. You may be extremely good at grammar and spelling, but not quite so sure how to word an email or construct an effective letter. This customized course will help you to express yourself clearly and appropriately in written English, including tips on building your skills and confidence.
Duration
5 Days
Who should Attend
The course is suitable for anyone working in English a second language who would like support in any aspect of writing at work.
The Centre works with people from all sectors including the public sector, voluntary sector, corporate sector and private sector.
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Course Objectives
The course will boost your confidence and your skills. It will give you the tools for writing clear, concise English at work, whatever the task. You will leave with a useful handbook and an action plan for developing your skills.
Course Outline
We will focus on the skills you need for business writing and writing at work. Topics will include:
- good practice in business writing in English
- planning your documents—a reader-friendly approach
- finding the right structure
- guidelines on letters and emails, and some useful phrases
- using plain English - fewer words, shorter words and sentences
- keeping it active, avoiding jargon and abstracts
- getting the tone right
- good sentence construction in English
- some common grammar mistakes
- punctuation and style guidelines
- tips on presentation and layout
- checking your documents
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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