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Professional training course · CWS-017
Report Writing for Managers
Managers write reports to inform decisions, report progress and make recommendations. Effective reports are concise, evidence-based and focused on what decision-makers…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 7Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Managers write reports to inform decisions, report progress and make recommendations. Effective reports are concise, evidence-based and focused on what decision-makers need.
This LLMI course covers planning management reports, structuring for decision-makers, executive summaries, analysis and evidence, recommendations, presenting numbers, visual elements and editing. Participants write a management report on a real issue.
Course Objectives
Plan reports for decision-makers
Structure reports for quick understanding
Write effective executive summaries
Present analysis and evidence
Make clear recommendations
Edit reports for clarity and impact
Target Audience
Managers and team leaders
Department heads
Project managers
Analysts
Consultants
Professionals reporting to senior leaders
Course Methodology
Writing workshops
Report critiques
Feedback
Templates
Peer review
Course outline
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1Day 1: Planning Reports
- Purpose
- Audience
- Types of management reports
- Planning
- Exercise: Report brief
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2Day 2: Structure
- Decision-focused structure
- Headings
- Logical flow
- Length
- Workshop: Report outline
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3Day 3: Executive Summaries
- Summary principles
- Key messages
- Writing summaries
- Common mistakes
- Exercise: Writing a summary
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4Day 4: Analysis and Recommendations
- Evidence
- Numbers and charts
- Options
- Recommendations
- Case study: Report that changed a decision
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5Day 5: Editing
- Clarity
- Conciseness
- Tone
- Final checks
- Capstone: Management report
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Report Writing for Managers course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Report Writing for Managers course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Amsterdam. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Amsterdam, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, London, Munich, Rome, Madrid.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 + VAT per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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