Professional Development / Communication Series
Total Time: 14 - 27 hours

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Business Communication: Writing Skills Time: 4 - 7 hours BW101 Business Communication: Writing Skills explains how to analyze and plan for a business writing task. It also describes how to choose precise words and how to write clear and concise sentences and paragraphs. A Planning Worksheet Word Choice Sentence Building Paragraph Design

Business Communication: Forms of Writing Time: 5 - 10 hours BW102 Business Communication: Forms of Writing describes the standard patterns of business correspondence. It also describes the formats and strategies for writing effective business communications such as letters, memos, proposals and reports. Patterns of Development Letters Memos, Proposals and Other Shorter Forms Reports

Business Communication: Documentation Time: 5 - 10 hours BW103 Business Communication: Documentation introduces a four step process for writing documentation. It emphasizes the role of the writer and the importance of defining the audience. Planning the Project Gathering Information Organizing Information Writing Your Documentation Finalizing Your Document

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