Writing for Impact: Notetaking and Reports
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Write clear, concise reports and accurate meeting minutes that inform, influence and support better organisational decision-making
Strong written communication is essential in every organisation. Whether you're producing reports that inform strategic decisions or recording accurate meeting minutes, the ability to communicate clearly, professionally and objectively is a vital workplace skill.
This practical one-day course combines effective report writing with professional notetaking, giving participants the skills, techniques and confidence to produce documents that are accurate, engaging and action-focused. Through practical exercises, real workplace examples and proven communication techniques, participants will learn how to plan, structure and present written information that saves time, reduces misunderstanding and enhances organisational credibility.
Learning outcomes
- Develop effective notetaking techniques and identify timesavers
- Improve listening skills to extract key information accurately
- Improve skills for summarising information, drafting formal minutes and identifying follow-up actions
- Apply a structured writing process to enhance impact and engagement
- Effectively plan, write and proofread reports with accessibility in mind
- Understand the structure and components of effective reports
Is it for me?
This course is ideal for administrators, executive assistants, project officers, governance professionals, managers and anyone responsible for writing reports or recording meeting minutes. Whether you're new to business writing or looking to refresh and refine your skills, you'll gain practical tools that can be applied immediately to produce clearer communications, more effective reports and professional meeting records that support informed decision-making across your organisation.
This is part of a mini-development programme. Module two covers effective inbox management, email communication and managing small projects.
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We can deliver this (and all our) course(s) exclusively for your organisation either in-person at your premises, at a venue of your choice or virtually. In-house training offers a cost-effective and flexible way to upskill your team with content tailored to your organisation’s specific goals and challenges.
Whether you're looking to develop a single team or roll out training organisation-wide we’ll work with you to ensure the programme/course(s) deliver maximum impact.
Interested? Contact us today to discuss in-house options.
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Writing for Impact: Notetaking and Reports - 7 October 2026
Date: 7 October 2026Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
Please note that the cancellation policy for our public training courses is as follows:
NON-ACCREDITED TRAINING
More than 3 weeks prior to the course start date - No cancellation fee payable.
Less than 3 weeks prior to the course start date - 100% of total fees payable or free transfer.
ACCREDITED TRAINING
More than 6 weeks prior to the course start date - No cancellation fee payable.
Less than 6 weeks prior to the course start date - 100% of total fees payable or free transfer.
Substitute delegates will be accepted at any time at no cost.
Full joining instructions for the course will be emailed to you at least five working days prior to the course. In the meantime, if you have any queries please contact a member of our team on 028 9016 0587 or via email kate@aku.training.
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