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Professional Business Writing

This online course is ideal for: Anyone who wants to write and edit in business with more confidence and clarity

You will:
Learn the 11 golden rules of business writing
Explore the business writing DOs and DON’Ts
Get templates to improve your documents
Work smarter with practical tips and exercises
Transform your workplace writing!

“All of the tools in this course are so practical and I printed out cheat sheets to have near my desk. The Business Style Guide is also amazing and such a great resource. This is a course that should be done by absolutely everyone who spends any time at a desk, sending emails, writing documents etc. It’s so worthwhile.”
– Michelle Muir, Professional Business Writing graduate

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Key information
Key information:

Practical and proven

Using AWC’s proven methodology, you will equip yourself with new writing skills that will last you a lifetime. You’ll discover the exact framework you should follow to structure your message clearly. And you’ll take the guesswork out of your writing.

Write clearly, confidently and efficiently

  • Apply the 11 golden rules of business writing to all your workplace communications.
  • Structure emails, reports and proposals using a simple, effective framework.
  • Avoid common readability traps that make your writing hard to scan.
  • Edit on the fly so you write faster – and your reader understands more.


Use smart tools that upgrade your workflow

  • Utilise checklists, templates and examples to speed up writing tasks.
  • Write reader-ready headers, subject lines and body copy without guesswork.
  • Proof your work more easily with reliable readability routines.


Become a more polished and professional communicator

  • See productivity rise as your writing clears time, not consumes it.
  • Build credibility through consistently clear and engaging documents.
  • Gain transferable writing skills you’ll use for life.

What’s included in your online course?

  • 8 modules + 1 bonus module
  • 2.5 hours of content – access anytime at your own pace
  • 9 video lessons plus 2 supporting handouts

“This course exceeded my expectations. The course was concise, enjoyable and informative. I highly recommend the course and it has proven to be excellent value for money.”

Kescia Ball, Professional Business Writing graduate

How our “self-paced courses” work

This is one of AWC’s 60+ “self-paced” online courses. But what does that mean? Allow us to explain:

When you purchase a self-paced course, the entire course is unlocked and available to you immediately via our online learning platform
You can binge the course all at once or spread it out – it's completely up to you how you pace your learning
You enjoy unlimited access to all course content for 12 months – allowing you to refresh your knowledge when you need to

By the end of this course, you will have:

KNOWLEDGE:Thanks to our step-by-step guide to business writing.
CONFIDENCE:You’ll be able to write with confidence and have the skills to write clearly and concisely.
IMPROVED
EFFICIENCY:
By knowing the process, you’ll write much easier and quicker.
SKILLS FOR LIFE:These skills are transferable to any job that you have now or in the future.

“It made me realise that if I get the basics right my writing will improve. Very practical and useful. No waffle.”

Julie Rippon, Professional Business Writing graduate

Business style guide E-Book

PLUS – OUR ONLINE STYLE GUIDE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

This course also includes bonus access to the online version of our fantastic ready-reference Australian Business Style Guide (valued at $49) – the reference point for settling your style and grammar questions – and created specifically for Australian workplaces.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: I already have fairly good writing skills. Will I learn anything new?
A: This course is designed as a useful “refresher” for those who are already fluent and confident in written and spoken English – as well as a learning tool for those that seek to fill in the gaps. In particular, you’ll learn how to apply the principles to your own documents – making it relevant for anyone looking to get an edge.

Q: What kind of role does this course suit?
A: The skills taught in this course aren’t job specific – they’re fundamentals that can be applied to creating various documents, that anyone from management to front desk might need to produce in their role. They’re also skills that you will last a lifetime.

Q: Who created this course?
A: Our Professional Business Writing online course has been created by Australian Writers’ Centre CEO, Valerie Khoo – who also narrates each lesson. As you work your way through the course, you’ll also meet Paul – who introduces each section on screen.

Flexible learning is available right now. Transform your business writing by purchasing this self-paced course today!

Key information
Key information:
This is an online self-paced course
Duration 1 This is an online self-paced course

Duration:
Your 12 months' access begins straight away

Duration:
Your 12 months' access begins straight away


$345
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