Business Writing and Professional Correspondence
Course overview
This course strengthens the everyday writing that keeps organisations running, from emails and memos to reports and proposals. Participants learn to structure documents clearly, adjust tone for different readers, and edit their own work with confidence.
What you will gain
- Structure business documents for clarity and impact
- Adjust tone and register for varied audiences
- Write concise emails that get a response
- Edit and proofread work to a professional standard
- Apply plain language principles to technical content
- Format reports and proposals to accepted conventions
Who should attend
- Officers who write reports and correspondence
- Team leaders and supervisors
- Administrative and support staff
- Anyone seeking clearer written communication
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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