This is a hands-on, intensive course that will teach delegates how to convert data into information and communicate information in a clear concise manner to colleagues and senior management.

 

Program Objectives: 

 

• Basic analytical English writing skills.

• Ability to analyze and interpret numerical tables, charts and graphics, and communicate the analysis completely and concisely.

• Use of bullet points to communicate important facts and ideas.

• Ability to distinguish between what is important and not important to the senior manager reader.

• Ability to critique writing and provide feedback to areas providing input to Monthly Credit Letters and Product Approval Programs.

 

Who should attend:

 

Managers who:

• Provide input for monthly credit, operations and other business reports;

• Compose written analysis and commentary for monthly reports

• Critique and improve input for monthly reports from key functional areas.

 

Teaching Methods:

• Lecture, individual computer-based exercises, instructor feedback

• Final exam and business-related project

 

Course Delivery:

• Core techniques:  Lecture, group exercises and case studies

• Additional options:  computer simulation, pre-course readings, daily and final exams

• Duration:  Two to four days, depending on topics covered and delivery methods

 

Course Delivery Options:

• Client can include special topics presented by its staff

• Use of daily and final exams to test knowledge and identify areas for special focus

• Pre-course assignments to cover basics information outside of the classroom.

• On-site consulting by the instructor immediately after the course or as a follow-up

• Remote follow-ups and participation by the instructor after the course

• Train-the-Trainer of the client’s staff to conduct future offerings of the course