Writing Analytical Reports TSYH 2104

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

Module 1 - Effectively Analyzing A Problem

• Explain why systematic analysis of the problem is necessary in preparing to write a problem-solving report.
• List the five basic steps in systemic analysis of a problem.
• Use the five steps to analyze a given problem.

Module 2 - The Body of an Analytical Report

• Identify the three basic parts of an analytical report.
• Describe the three patterns for organizing the body of the report and explain when they should be used.
• Use the patterns in organizing and writing the body of an analytical report.

Module 3 - The Introduction in an Analytical Report

• Identify the three basic parts of a Introduction and describe their features and functions.
• Identify the optional information that may be included in an Introduction.
• Describe how the parts should be arranged in an Introduction.
• Write an effective Introduction.

Module 4 - The Concluding Part and Summary; Arranging the Parts

• Describe the function and features of the Conclusions section.
• Describe the functions and features of the Recommended section.
• Describe the special features of the concluding part of an Analytical report using the 'Evaluation' patterns.
• Describe the features of a Summary in an analytical report.
• Describe the two common arrangements for the major parts of an analytical report.
• Write the concluding part and Summary for a given analytical report.

Module 5 - Supplementary Parts in a Formal Report

• Describe the functions and features of the following supplementary sections in a formal report:
• Letter of transmittal
• Title page
• Table of contents.
• Correctly make a list of reference sources and give a reference in the text of a report.
• Describe the function and features of the Appendices in a report.
• Describe how the Summary in a formal report is presented.
• Apply the formal conventions to a report you have written.

Module 6 - Writing Successful Proposals

• Recognize the four types of proposals.
• Plan and organize your proposal.
• Use specific persuasion strategies.
• Write a proposal.

Effective as of Fall 2003