Writing APS reports
About this course
Topics
- Report structure
- Planning and scoping reports
- Organise content
- Describe visualisations
- Effective recommendations
- Review for quality
What you'll learn
At the end of this program, you will be able to:
- Plan and scope reports in line with purpose
- Draft clear recommendations aligned to findings
- Review reports for quality
- Structure and organise content logically
Upcoming sessions
“I found Mike an engaging presenter who maintained mine and my peers' attention throughout eight hours of virtual training. His presentation style and tone were a perfect mix of participatory and informational. I enjoyed the visuals and the breakout rooms.”
- Electronic fillable workbook
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Common questions about Writing APS reports
Who is Writing APS reports for?
Staff at any level, with no prerequisite. Explore the model for modern report writing and a structured, efficient process for drafting government reports.
How much does Writing APS reports cost?
$990 inc. GST per participant. That covers the live sessions, the electronic fillable workbook you keep afterwards, and any activities between sessions. The price is the same for every agency, and it is the same whether you attend from Canberra or anywhere else in Australia.
How long does Writing APS reports run?
The course runs over 2 half-days — 6 hours of live facilitation in total, on separate days rather than back to back. Sessions are scheduled as half-days so they fit around a normal workday.
Is it delivered online or face to face?
Online. This course is delivered virtually via Microsoft Teams, so you join from wherever you usually work — no travel and no room booking. Face-to-face delivery can be arranged when a team or agency books the course privately.
How many people are in a session?
Up to 20 participants. The cap is there to protect how much individual practice and feedback each person gets, so sessions are not scaled up beyond it.
What will I be able to do afterwards?
By the end of Writing APS reports you will be able to plan and scope reports in line with purpose; draft clear recommendations aligned to findings; review reports for quality. You also keep the electronic fillable workbook, which is designed to be used at your desk afterwards rather than filed away.
Can my agency book this course just for our team?
Yes. Any course can be booked as a private team session, scheduled around your calendar and contextualised to your agency's own writing. Team sessions are priced per course rather than per participant, so for a group they usually cost less than open enrolment.
How do I pay?
You can pay by card when you register, or choose to be invoiced. Choosing invoice sends you a confirmation immediately with a reference number, and the invoice follows separately. Either way you receive a tax invoice showing the GST component and MPA Consulting's ABN.