The narrative sections of an annual or integrated report shape how stakeholders judge a South African organisation, yet these chapters are often written late, in a rush and in dense corporate language. This course helps delegates plan, draft and edit the chairperson statement, performance review and outlook sections so they read clearly, connect to the numbers and satisfy the expectations of investors, funders and regulators.
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Map the narrative sections of an annual or integrated report and their purpose.
Plan a report writing timeline that avoids the last minute scramble.
Draft chairperson and leadership statements that are honest and readable.
Connect the narrative to financial and performance figures without repetition.
Write about strategy, risk and outlook in plain, credible language.
Edit contributions from multiple authors into one consistent voice.
Course outline
01Anatomy of an Annual and Integrated Report
02Planning the Report and Its Timeline
03Writing Leadership and Chairperson Statements
04Linking Narrative to the Numbers
05Communicating Strategy, Risk and Outlook
06Plain Language for Stakeholder Audiences
07Editing Many Authors into One Voice
08Final Review and Stakeholder Sign-off
Who should attend
This course is designed for communications staff, company secretaries, investor relations officers and managers who contribute to or coordinate annual and integrated reports.
Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.
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