Collaborative business writing is a growing trend among industries because it is a concept that utilizes the talent and knowledge of several individuals to create one final piece of work. Since collaborative writing in the workplace can be done by several different employees, the final work can feature several different views, aspects and opinions that may not be seen if the job had been completed by one person. This concept is also helpful when companies have large projects to finish, since it can be broken down into several ‘parts’ for team members to complete individually.

INTRODUCTION
Course Objectives

MODULE 1
What is Collaborative Business Writing?
Clarifying the Objective
Practical Writing Approaches
Collaborative Writing Strategies
Collaborative Writing Patterns
Knowledge Check

MODULE 2
Types of Collaborative Business Writing
Construction – “Cut and Paste”
Parallel Construction – “Puzzle”
Sequential Summative Construction
Integrating Construction
Knowledge Check

MODULE 3
Collaborative Team Members
Team Leader Selection
Chief Editor Selection
Characteristics of Team Members
Ways to Build Collaborative Writing Team
Knowledge Check

MODULE 4
Collaborative Tools and Processes
Outlines and Storyboards
Collaborative Planning
Collaborative Revision
Collaborative Team Cohesion
Knowledge Check

MODULE 5
Setting Style Guidelines
Voice and Person
Format
Consistent Spelling of Commonly Used Words
Numbers as Words or Figures
Knowledge Check

MODULE 6
Barriers to Successful Collaborative Writing
Hoarding
Innovation
Search
Knowledge Transfer
Knowledge Check

MODULE 7
Overcoming Collaborative Writing Barriers
Practice T-shaped Management
Building a Network of Alliances
Implementing Enablers
Assessing the Culture and Areas for Improvement
Knowledge Check

MODULE 8
Dealing with Conflict
Ensure that Good Relationships are the First Priority
Keep People and Problems Separate
Pay Attention to the Interests that are Being Presented
Listen First, Talk Second
Knowledge Check

MODULE 9
Tips for Successful Business Writing Collaboration
Determine Purpose
Formulate Outline and Organizational Format
When Choosing a Team Leader, Remember…
Assign Writing Tasks and Associated Duties
Knowledge Check

MODULE 10
Examples of Collaborative Business Writing
Writing Emails
Writing Reports
Writing Training Manuals
Writing Company Handbooks
Knowledge Check

ASSESSMENT
Post Test

WRAPPING UP
Course Summary