Agenda

Module 1: Understanding Proposals

● What is a Proposal? ● Overview of the Proposal Writing Process ● Types of Proposals ● Understanding Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

Module 2: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

● Identifying Your Purpose and Audience ● Conducting a Needs Analysis ● Crafting a Clear and Effective Goal Statement

Module 3: Preparing an Outline

● General Proposal Format ● Special Sections and Framework Creation ● Detailing Your Proposal Outline

Module 4: Finding Facts

● Identifying and Utilizing Resources ● Using the Internet for Research ● Organizing Your Information Effectively

Module 5: Writing Skills (I)

● Importance of Spelling and Grammar ● Crafting Persuasive Sentences ● Mastering Persuasive Writing Techniques

Module 6: Writing Skills (II)

● Creating Strong Paragraphs and Transitions ● Building Effective Conclusions

Module 7: Writing the Proposal

● Educating the Evaluator ● Techniques for Standing Out from the Competition ● Incorporating Illustrations and Visuals

Module 8: Checking for Readability

● Ensuring Proposal Clarity ● Tailoring the Proposal for Your Audience ● Using the Readability Index

Module 9: Proofreading and Editing

● Effective Proofreading Techniques ● Editing for Clarity and Precision ● The Importance of Peer Review

Module 10: Adding the Final Touches

● Professional Typesetting and Presentation Tips ● Creating a Final Proposal Package

Module 11: Wrapping Up

● Summary and Key Takeaways ● Review of Parking Lot Items ● Lessons Learned ● Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations

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About this event

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate

Language: English

Duration: 1 Day

Credits: 8

Refreshments: Snacks, Beverages and Lunch included in a classroom session

Course Delivery: Classroom

Course Overview

The Proposal Writing Course is designed to enhance your skills in crafting persuasive and professional proposals. Whether you are writing proposals for grants, contracts, or business opportunities, this course will guide you through every step of the proposal writing process. You will learn how to develop proposals that stand out and effectively address the needs of evaluators and funders.

Our comprehensive workshop covers everything from understanding the purpose of proposals, gathering and organizing information, to writing and finalizing your document with a polished touch.

Learning Objectives

• Master the art of writing winning proposals efficiently and effectively.

• Increase your chances of success with a strategic approach to proposal development.

• Differentiate your proposals from the competition using best practices and effective techniques.

• Gain insights into proposal strategy, planning, authoring, and continuous improvement.

• Learn to think like a proposal evaluator, funder, or investor to tailor your proposals to their expectations.

• Discover how to win business through grant proposals and contract proposals.

Course Content

• Module 1: Understanding Proposals

• Module 2: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

• Module 3: Preparing an Outline

• Module 4: Finding Facts

• Module 5: Writing Skills (I)

• Module 6: Writing Skills (II)

• Module 7: Writing the Proposal

• Module 8: Checking for Readability

• Module 9: Proofreading and Editing

• Module 10: Adding the Final Touches

• Module 11: Wrapping Up

Target Audience

This Proposal Writing Course is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their proposal writing skills, including professionals writing proposals for grants, contracts, or business opportunities. Whether you are new to proposal writing or looking to improve your current skills, this course offers valuable insights and practical techniques for creating effective proposals.

Technical Requirements

For eBooks:

• Internet connection for downloading the eBook

• Compatible devices (laptop, tablet, smartphone, or eReader)

• Adobe DRM supported software (e.g., Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)

• Instructions for eBook download and activation will be provided

Certification:Upon successful completion, You will receive a Leadflake Certificate of Completion.

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