Writing in the public sector: an introduction

This course maps to capability: 3
COST Prices include GST and are subject to change
Member
$616.00
Group Booking
$627.00
Non-Member
$649.00

Overview

This workshop provides the basic principles for writing for the public sector.

Course Content

This workshop gives participants structures for letters, submissions, memos, short reports, minutes and emails, a clear idea of how they need to write at work and an easy guide to editing their work. Participants practise applying the rules and have models, samples, tips, sheets and checklists to take back to their desks. The workshop also provides participants with easy-to-follow guides and templates and easy references to use when they get worried in the future.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course attendees should be able to:

  • write a straightforward letter using a modern style
  • write a persuasive submission to buy or change something
  • prepare a short problem solving report
  • write effective emails
  • write a memo that will be read and understood.

Benefits to your organisation

  • staff write letters, emails, reports that are not a risk to the agency and will be efficient and effective
  • staff will know the importance of using the agency’s templates and style guides
  • senior staff spend less time editing draft responses

Benefits to you

  • structure for your letters, submissions, memos, reports
  • time saved and confidence gained
  • ability to write concisely and keep your documents to a page