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When

Start  Wednesday,  February 18th and 25th @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Where

Delta Center for Economic Development- ASU Campus 
319 University Loop 100 West
Jonesboro, AR 72467
 

 
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Contact

Alan Decker 
Delta Center for Economic Development 
870-972-3000 
dced@astate.edu 

Payment information

Payment options

Credit or Debit Card- You may pay with a Credit or Debit Card before the first class date by calling the ASU cashiers window at 870-972-3847 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Pay By Check-  Make checks out to: ASU Treasurer's Office - Delta Center. Include the name of the class, and student's name and the Delta Center in the memo line. Payment must be received prior to attending class. If you need to make other arrangements, please call (870) 680-4383.                                                         Mail checks to:      ASU Treasurer's Office                                                           P.O. Box 2640                                                                          State University, AR 72467       

 We can also invoice your company upon request. Please provide purchase order if required.

Cancellation policy

If you are unable to attend a course for which you have registered, please provide a two-day notice of cancellation. A 50% cancellation fee is charged unless a 2-day notice is provided. No shows are billed at 100%. Substitutions are encouraged.

Business Writing That Works

In business writing, the language is concrete, the point of view clear, and the points are well expressed.  Good writing is hard work and even the best writing get discouraged.  However, with practice you can feel more confident about your own writing.  This two-day workshop will give you the tools to become a better writer.

Dates: Wednesdays, February 18th and 25th

 Time:  1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost:   $159.00   Call for information regarding ASU Faculty and Staff discounts- 870-680-4383.

Instructor:   Haley Fitzgerald

What Will Students Learn?

 

  • The value of good written communication.
  • How to write and proofread your work so it is clear, concise, complete, and correct.
  • How to apply these skills in real world situations.
  • The proper format for memos, letters, and e-mails.

 

What Topics are Covered?

  • The four C’s: clear, concise, complete, and correct
  • Word agreement
  • Active and passive voice
  • Sentences and sentence types
  • Readability index
  • Manners and courtesy
  • Practical and inclusive language
  • Sentence construction and punctuation
  • Writing business letters, memos, and e-mails
  • Spelling and proofreading
  • Reviewing your writing