Professional Report Writing

Considers the process of report writing and provides guidance on the format, structuring the report, stylistic pitfalls, illustrations and ensuring a consistent layout. Examples from business, industry and government are included as well as a review of leading dictionaries and reference books.

List of contents

Contents: Types and purposes of reports; Structure: introduction and body; Structure: conclusions and recommendations; Appendices and other attachments; Choosing words; Writing for non-technical readers; Style; Reviewing and editing; Summaries and concise writing; Visual illustrations; Preparing a report; Physical presentation; Appendix I Numbering systems; Appendix II Suggestions for further reading; Appendix III References; Index.

About the author

Simon Mort is Principal Director of Simon Mort Reports Limited, where he specializes in training and consultancy in written communication. He is also the author of The Minutes.

Summary

Considers the process of report writing and provides guidance on the format, structuring the report, stylistic pitfalls, illustrations and ensuring a consistent layout. Examples from business, industry and government are included as well as a review of leading dictionaries and reference books.

Additional text

'a must for anyone who wants to improve their ability to write clear, persuasive and effective reports.' British Journal of Administration Management

Product details

• Authors: Simon Mort, Mort Simon, Simon Mort
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 06.08.1992
• EAN: 9780566027123
• ISBN: 978-0-566-02712-3
• No. of pages: 240
• Dimensions: 156 mm x 234 mm x 23 mm
• Weight: 532 g
• Subjects: Guides > Law, job, finance > Training, job, career; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Business Communication / General, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Study & Teaching, Business communication & presentation, Writing & editing guides, Language learning: writing skills, Writing skills, Writing and editing guides, Business communication and presentation, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Writing / General