WRITING FOR GOVERNMENT
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
Writing for Government provides an overview of the general principles of writing required in the workplace, specifically in relation to a Government context. It can be tailored to meet the needs of a Department of Agency utilizing work based examples and case studies.
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The topics covered in this session are:
Components of Effective Writing including:
Audience and Objectivity
Effective and Inclusive Language
Writing Fundamentals
Style and Tome
Editing and Proof Reading
Types of Business Writing:
Meeting agenda and minutes
Letters
Emails
Memos
Activities analysing good and poor examples
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course participants will be able to:
Identify the most appropriate type of written communication for your situation
Understand and know where to find out about organisation formats, guidelines and procedures
Recognise the components of effective written communication
Analyse and give feedback on other people’s writing
TARGET AUDIENCE
For Workplace Groups​
This workshop covers writing skills for all employees in the Public Sector in both Federal and Local Government
DURATION
This workshop is run over one full day or a half day
PRICE
Full Day Workshop Rate
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$3200 + GST
Half Day Workshop Rate
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$1800 + GST
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Our workbooks are printed in full colour and are wire bound and cost $25 + gst per person, these will include copies of the slides presented on the day and supporting resources.
KEY BENEFITS
Our straightforward approach is specifically tailored to our clients’ unique needs. We offer practical solutions that will improve the dynamics and enhance the productivity of your business.​
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The workshop will be contexualised to your workplace;
Training personnel are highly qualified and experienced;
We provide you with the best support and encouragement;
Training can be delivered on site at your workplace;
Training resources are of the highest standard;
We are flexible to take into account your requirements.
We aim is to assist and support our clients in a safe, non-threatening environment to achieve their business goals. We always strive to be flexible and make decisions quickly to support the client’s changing needs.
WORKSHOP INCLUSIONS
McMillan will provide our clients a highly experienced trainer who will spend time during an initial consultation to gain an understanding of your requirements, the desired outcomes, the reason behind needing the training. From there we will contextualize our the workshop to meet the outcomes required.
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Our trainers will develop workbooks, powerpoints and supporting resources.
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On the conclusion of the workshop, evaluation forms will be distributed to all participants for completion. From the information gathered, we will compile an evaluation report which is forwarded on to the course organizer.
