Online anytime - Writing to Get Things Done Online Anytime

This Writing to Get Things Done Online Anytime course helps individuals improve productivity by learning how to use writing as a powerful tool for getting things done. Individuals will improve their on-the-job writing skills, including creating clear, easy-to-read emails, letters, memorandums, meeting minutes, procedures and technical reports. It is particularly useful for any business professional who wants to gain a competitive edge. The course is also offered Online Anytime, so you can view it at your own leisure.

Course Completion Time: 360 minutes

PMI PDU Credits Upon Completion: 12

Course Format

• Introduction video
• Narrated step-by-step instructions
• Course job aid
• Assessment
• Course certificate

Topics Covered

• Effective Business Communication
• Separating Readers' and Writers' Needs
• Identifying Ineffective Writing Styles
• Using the Reporting Process
• Selecting the Best Writing Mode
• Write Effective Opening Paragraphs
• Effective Middle and Closing Paragraphs
• Forecasting Subject Lines
• Most Common Business Writing Model
• Writing Model for Reports and Documents
• Writing Style and Tone
• Effective Emails

Course Objectives

• Know and use the three components of effective business communication
• Be able to separate the readers’ needs from the writer’s needs
• Identify ineffective writing styles
• Use the reporting process when creating written communications
• Know how to select and use the best writing model for presenting your thoughts and ideas
• Be able to write an effective opening paragraph
• Write an effective middle and closing paragraph
• Be able to write a concise and effective forecasting subject line
• Know how to use the writing model required for about 80% of your writing
• Use the writing model required for long documents, such as reports and manuals
• Know how to use an effective writing style and tone
• Assess the quality of your emails

Who Should Take This Course?

• Small Business Owners
• Business Professionals
• Human Resource Professionals