Confident Writing for Business
- Level(s) of Study: Short course
- Course Fee:
£295
- Start Date(s): 26 June 2025
- Duration: Thursday and Friday, 10 am - 4 pm, two days
- Study Mode(s): Part-time
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements: More information
Introduction:
Course dates:
26 - 27 June 2025, Thursday and Friday, 10 am - 4 pm
This course will allow you to write more confidently and enjoy writing, instead of fearing it.
It’s an ideal opportunity if you’re regularly writing; from emails and reports to presentations and project briefs, winning over your audience with the right words is essential to communicate effectively.
You’ll gain an understanding of how best to present specialist or technical information for a diverse range of stakeholders and audiences.
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You’ll be part of a collaborative culture, one that promotes discussion and collaboration, and encourages experimentation and the constant swapping of ideas. -
With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work. -
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practice. -
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge.
Here’s what our previous attendees said:
‘This was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The tutor, Becky, was good fun and at the same time focused on getting through a wide range of practical and interesting exercises. She was also extremely skilled at giving practical feedback to a wide range people from all sorts of backgrounds and organisations. I personally came away with some great ideas on how to improve the communication around business. Thank you NTU’
‘After this course my writing has developed from average to amazing! I feel much more confident creating ads and social media posts, and find it an enjoyable experience (rather than something I struggled with). The tutor Becky is a star - she has the energy and enthusiasm to get everyone involved. I’m over the moon!’
What you’ll study
In today's fast-paced world, the ability to convey your thoughts with clarity and persuasion is a crucial skill.
This comprehensive course is tailored to empower you with the knowledge and techniques to excel in various written forms.
Anyone who wants to communicate more effectively, whether in their personal or professional life, will gain insight in how to improve their writing and change their style depending on the intended audience.
During this course, you will:
- look at some techniques for getting started with your writing
- think about the importance of different audiences and their varying needs
- practice writing in the correct tone, balancing professionalism with personality
- learn how to get your reader’s attention
- plan how to best structure your writing to make the biggest impact
- identify the use of jargon, acronyms, abbreviations, and initials
- work on your timing and targeting your audience
- gain feedback on your writing style
- fine-tune your writing with editing suggestions.
It’s delivered through lectures and group discussions, with classroom activities centred on real-life examples.
Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll study during the course:
Learn the art of structuring your content effectively, capturing your audience's attention, and holding it through your writing.
Understand your audience's needs and preferences to tailor your communication for maximum impact.
Discover the influence of storytelling and how to incorporate narratives to engage your readers or listeners.
Hone your skills in giving and receiving constructive feedback, and practice effective self-editing.
How you’re taught
With the skills to craft persuasive content, provide and receive constructive feedback, and maintain professional email etiquette, by the end of the course you'll feel more confident in your ability to communicate and captivate your audience, regardless of the context.
This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University City Campus.
99% of previous course attendees were satisfied with the course, received the attention they needed and would consider doing another short course at NTU.
Contact hours
You will receive two days of quality tuition with an experienced tutor.
Careers and employability
The course is designed to prepare you to succeed in writing, previous students have been professionals across a range of industries, seeking to enhance their written communication skills, business leaders and managers looking to improve their team's communication abilities, students and aspiring writers.
Certificate of attendance and digital badge
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.
Your digital credential is more than just a certificate – it’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.
They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.
Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.
Campus and facilities
You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.
You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.
Entry requirements
Level: Beginner
Entry requirement: Open to all.
You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £295.
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
26 - 27 June 2025, Thursday and Friday, 10 am - 4 pm
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Any questions?
Contact the short course team:
Email: creativeshortcourses@ntu.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)115 848 2813