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Stellenbosch University Language Centre   3 August 2010 Effective communication is of the utmost importance for the success of any company or organisation. This workshop is targeted at those professionals for whom writing forms an integral part of their daily responsibilities. The aim is to provide these writers with the basic building blocks of professional written [...]

http://www.sun.ac.za/taalsentrum  3 August 2010 Effective communication is of the utmost importance for the success of any company or organisation. This workshop is targeted at those professionals for whom writing forms an integral part of their daily responsibilities. The aim is to provide these writers with the basic building blocks of professional written communication – from [...]

Can you imagine any dynamic institution not using PowerPoint? You would also have noted, however, that the quality of presentations varies considerably, so the real question is: can you compile an effective presentation? On 27 July 2010 the Stellenbosch University Language Centre will be presenting a workshop focusing on guidelines for a successful PowerPoint presentation. [...]

On 28 May 2010, the Stellenbosch University Language Centre will be presenting a workshop on the writing of minutes. This workshop will consist of a theoretical session and a more practical session. To make the practical session as valuable and relevant as possible for participants we require each participant to bring at least one set [...]

Web sites are an all-important communication medium for any institution or company. Therefore an effective web site that answers to the needs of readers and clients is non-negotiable.  From 31 May – 4 June 2010 the Stellenbosch University Language Centre will be presenting a comprehensive workshop series on the design, development and maintenance of a [...]

You are not a graphic designer, yet you are required to create a brochure! What do you do? Where do you start? Our workshop Building brochures like a pro will teach you some of the tricks of the trade and professionals will share some tips and insider information.  We will discuss topics such as: how [...]

Effective correspondence (including e-mail) does not only reflect positively on yourself, but also creates a professional image of the company you represent. Ineffective correspondence, on the other hand, influences productivity in the working environment, and can also portray a negative image of your company to clients. If you are involved in the production and distribution [...]

Writing for the Media II: Media releases, the second workshop in the Stellenbosch University Language Centre’s series on PR writing, will be presented on 20 May 2010. We will present this intensive workshop specifically for those who are experienced in writing media releases and liaising with the media. The focus will be limited to writing [...]

Stellenbosch University Language Centre On 17 and 18 May, the Language Centre will be presenting the workshop Writing effective  reports. If writing reports is an integral part of your daily work responsibilities, this workshop will help you to be more effective and confident in preparing this important type of document. Strategic issues regarding reports, such [...]

Stellenbosch University Language Centre http://www.sun.ac.za/taalsentrum 20 April 2010 Effective communication is of the utmost importance for the success of any company or organisation. This workshop is targeted at those professionals for whom writing forms an integral part of their daily responsibilities. The aim is to provide these writers with the basic building blocks of professional [...]

The Stellenbosch University Language Centre is finally presenting its popular workshop Effective minutes for successful meetings on 29 March 2010 at the Tygerberg campus. Although the presentation will be in Afrikaans, we follow a language friendly approach regarding the use of English and Afrikaans in our workshops.  In this full-day workshop (09:00–16:30) you will get an [...]

WRITING REPORTS AND PROPOSALS Stellenbosch University Language Centre From 10 to 12 March, the Language Centre will be presenting the workshop series Writing reports and proposals. If writing reports and proposals is an integral part of your daily work responsibilities, this series will help you to be more effective and confident in preparing these two [...]

Effective minutes for successful meetings Stellenbosch University Language Centre 30 March 2010 On Tuesday, 30 March, we are once again presenting our popular full-day workshop on the writing of effective minutes. In this workshop you will get an opportunity to sharpen your minute-taking skills in an interactive, practical way. And you will have a chance [...]

Can you imagine any dynamic institution not using PowerPoint? You would also have noted, however, that the quality of presentations varies considerably, so the real question is: can you compile an effective presentation?  On 19 March 2010 the Stellenbosch University Language Centre will be presenting a workshop focusing on guidelines for a successful PowerPoint presentation. [...]

From 16 to 17 March 2010, the Stellenbosch University Language Centre will be presenting a workshop aimed at those who are in any way involved in the development and management of website contents including those persons with the overall responsibility for the web communication of their institutions/employers.  Participants will receive concrete advice on the design [...]