Week 7 - Effective Business Writing

Question 1

What is business writing like?

Answer 1

Succinct, clear and precise – formal but not overly

Question 2

When is it used?

Answer 2

• Used in organisations to communicate with internal or external audiences
  (Memorandums, Letters, Emails, Reports, Proposals)

Question 3

Five Principles of Effective Business Writing

Answer 3

• Clear purpose
• Appropriate tone
• Clarity and conciseness
• Awareness of audience
• Attention to form

Question 4

Types of Business Reports

Answer 4

1. Information: A short and periodic report
   Everyday reports that tend to be simpler and shorter in length:
   O Justification reports
   O Progress reports
   O Periodic reports
   O Incident reports
2. Analytic: Based on research and analysis leading to recommendations
3. Integrated: Combines both approaches