Proposal Writing

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Course Description

A strong proposal does more than outline a product or service—it persuades the reader that it is the optimal choice. This workshop explores the proposal writing process, covering the most common types and their specific purposes.

The Proposal Writing workshop guides you step by step, from identifying the purpose of your proposal to gathering relevant information, drafting, and proofreading. By the end, you’ll be equipped to create a polished, professional proposal that stands out and delivers results.

9+

Hours

57

Lectures

$60

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the purpose of a proposal
  • Identify different types of proposals
  • Identify and perform the steps in the proposal writing process
  • Perform a needs analysis and write a goal statement
  • Prepare a proposal outline
  • Improve writing skills with a variety of techniques
  • Use appropriate resources and ghosting to build a strong case
  • Add illustrations to the proposal
  • Proofread and edit the proposal
  • Add the finishing touches to create a professional-looking final product

Course Outline

Module One: Understanding Proposals

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

Module Two: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

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

Module Three: Preparing an Outline

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

Module Four: Finding Facts

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

Module Five: Writing Skills (I)

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

Module Six: Writing Skills (II)

  • Creating Paragraphs
  • Creating Strong Transitions
  • Building to Conclusions

Module Seven: Writing the Proposal

  • Educating the Evaluator
  • Ghosting the Competition
  • Using Illustrations

Module Eight: Checking for Readability

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

Module Nine: Proofreading and Editing

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

Module Ten: Adding the Final Touches

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

Assessment