Report Writing Made Simple

Report Writing Made Simple is a practical course explaining what goes into a report to make it effective. It is a specific form of writing - clear, accurate information presented in a well-organized structure. Reports investigate and analyze problems and propose solutions. They also provide a history of the decisions and actions an organization has taken, and why. In this course you will learn the essentials for report writing from psychologist Peter Quarry.

Learn that the best reports are clear and structured, directed appropriately to its specific audience;
Understand that a quality report contains accurate information and addresses its stated purpose (e.g. problem-solving);
Write clearly and present reports professionally, with a clear Title and an Executive Summary - a snapshot and key recommendations;
Use descriptive headings, and outline research, data and analytics;
Include actionable steps that resolve the problem or suggest ways to resolve it, and a conclusion;
Use visuals to complement the information/data presented such as infographics, charts or graphs