At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Define what business writing is, including its varieties and applications;
2. Evaluate effective business writing in terms of clarity, coherence, conciseness, accuracy, and audience awareness; 
3.  Write more persuasive correspondences and informative reports.

I.  Writing for Business
    A.    Definition and rationale
    B.    Business Writing vs. other forms of writing
    C.    Traits of effective business writing
            1. Clarity
            2. Coherence
            3. Conciseness
            4. Accuracy
            5. Audience awareness

II. Forms and Formats of Business Writing
    A.    E-mails and letters
    B.    Circulars, memoranda, and notices
    C.    Releases (news, press)
    D.    Minutes
    E.    Presentations (i.e. Powerpoint)

III. Writing Workshop
    A.    Writing exercises
    B.    Peer and facilitator critique
    C.    One-on-one coaching and consultation

Mr. John P. Tigno is a Faculty Member of the Ateneo Language Learning Center and Development Academy of the Philippines. He is also a Learning Consultant for Development Dimensions International and the HR Training Consultant for DMCI Homes. 

Prior to this, Mr. Tigno held other posts such as: Learning & Development Manager at Arvato Bertelsmann,  Training & Organizational Development Manager at Binzagr Factory for Insulation Material (Saudi Arabia), Master Trainer at Dell International Services, Lead Trainer at Sykes Asia, Inc, and English and Literature Lecturer at Ateneo de Manila University.

Mr. Tigno earned his Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts from the Ateneo de Manila University and Master's degree in Industrial Relations from the University of the Philippines. He also completed a Certification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) from the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.