Unit Code: AGLAS-ENG-007
Unit Title: Business Writing (Reports, Proposals, etc.)
Nominal Hours: 4
Unit Descriptor: This unit introduces the skills needed to write simple business documents such as reports and proposals. Learners will practice organizing ideas, using clear language, and following basic formats for workplace writing.

Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Identify document purpose 1.1 Recognize the type of document needed
1.2 Identify the main reason for writing
2. Organize information 2.1 List main points to include
2.2 Arrange points in a logical order
3. Write a simple business document 3.1 Use basic headings and sections
3.2 Write short, clear sentences
3.3 Use correct basic format
4. Review and finalize document 4.1 Check for completeness and accuracy
4.2 Correct simple errors
4.3 Present document neatly

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Document type Report, proposal, memo, summary
Headings/sections Title, introduction, main points, conclusion
Format Bullet points, numbered lists, short paragraphs
Purpose To inform, to request, to suggest, to summarize
Audience Supervisor, manager, colleague, client

Evidence Guide

Area Details
Critical aspects of competency Writes a simple, clear, and correctly formatted business document for a specific purpose
Underpinning knowledge Basic document structure, common workplace vocabulary, purpose of different business documents
Underpinning skills Organizing ideas, writing simple sentences, using headings and lists
Underpinning attitudes Attention to clarity, accuracy, and neatness
Resource implications Sample templates, writing materials, workplace examples
Methods of assessment Practical demonstration, written test, review of completed documents
Context of assessment Simulated or real workplace writing tasks, individual or group setting

Foundation Skills

Skills Description
Writing Create simple business documents using clear language and basic formats
Organizing Arrange information in logical order and use headings appropriately
Reading Understand instructions and examples of business documents
Proofreading Check and correct simple errors in spelling and grammar

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Entry-level professionals Non-English speakers with alphabet knowledge who need to write basic business documents
Vocational trainees Individuals preparing for jobs requiring simple business writing
Workplace learners Employees needing to improve English business writing skills

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes/No
Yes

Pre-Requisite

Pre-Requisite
Alphabet knowledge (A-Z)