Proposal Writing

A good proposal doesn't just outline what product or service you would like to create or deliver. It does so in such a way that the reader feels it is the only logical choice. Participants will explore the proposal writing process including the most common types of proposals.

The Proposal Writing course will take participants through each step of the proposal writing process, from understanding why they are writing a proposal; to gathering information; to writing and proofreading; through to creating the final, professional product.

Completing this course will confer 2 CPD Credits towards internationally recognised Continuous Professional Development Requirements within organisations operating this kind of staff development methodology.

Course Outline

Module One: Getting Started

Module Two: Understanding Proposals

• What is a Proposal?
• The Proposal Writing Process
• Types of Proposals
• About Requests for Proposals

Module Three: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

• Identifying Your Purpose and Your Audience
• Performing a Needs Analysis
• Writing the Goal Statement

Module Four: Preparing an Outline

• A General Format
• Special Sections
• Creating a Framework
• Getting Down to Details

Module Five: Finding Facts

• Identifying Resources
• Using the Internet as a Resource
• Organizing Your Information

Module Six: Writing Skills (I)

• Spelling and Grammar
• Working with Words
• Constructing Sentences
• Persuasive Writing
• Mastering Voice

Module Seven: Writing Skills (II)

• Creating Paragraphs
• Creating Strong Transitions
• Building to Conclusions
• Review Questions

Module Eight: Writing the Proposal

• Educating the Evaluator
• Ghosting the Competition
• Using Illustrations
• Review Questions

Module Nine: Checking for Readability

• Checking for Clarity
• Reading for Your Audience
• Using the Readability Index
• Review Questions

Module Ten: Proofreading and Editing

• Proofreading Like a Pro
• Editing Techniques
• Checking the Facts
• The Power of Peer Review
• Review Questions

Module Eleven: Adding the Final Touches

• Our Top Typesetting Tips
• Achieving a Professional Look and Feel
• Creating the Final Package
• Review Questions