Writing and Communication

Good writing and communication are fundamental business skills

Putting it plainly

writing and communicationBeing able to write clearly and concisely is a learned skill.

Often key messages within a document can be overlooked simply because they have not been presented properly, or have been 'over written' in complicated, difficult to follow language. Key points can be misunderstood through the incorrect use of grammar or poor choice of words. Similarly, poorly flowing information that bounces from subject to subject will simply confuse the reader.

Good communication is dependent on the clarity and flow of information.

If you missed out on grammar at school or simply want to brush up on modern business writing skills, our online programme will help you gain skills in:

  • introduction to plain English
  • grammar
  • punctuation - parts of speech
  • grammar - clauses and punctuation.

Writing and communication programme

This programme is available on The New Zealand Learning Platform.

If you are already a registered Skills Organisation learner, you can find out more information by logging into the platform.

If you are registered and would like further information about this programme, please contact The Skills Organisation on:  0508 SKILLS