Seminar

How can I learn to write a compelling proposal that clearly and concisely articulates the core benefits for a client? How do I know what to look for in a Request for Proposal? This advanced seminar is aimed at Engineers and Geoscientists who wish to develop the confidence necessary to respond to Request for Proposals. Through a series of hands-on workshops, you'll receive feedback on your writing and also learn the key elements of an effective proposal.

Topics presented will include:

• Understanding, evaluating, and responding to RFPs and other requests
• Identifying and addressing the client's key issues
• Reviewing proposals from the client's perspective
• Learning advanced writing tips

Workshops will cover:

• Creating a sample RFP and identifying important questions to ask
• Crafting a sample proposal and learning what to look for when editing your writing
• Writing effective executive summaries

Please note that this seminar will not address the legal, contractual, or financial aspects of preparing proposals.

This seminar will consist of instructor-led lecturing, exercises, and a series of group workshops. Attendees should bring pen and papers for the seminar.

Instructor

Eric Tung, MA - University of British Columbia

Eric Tung has a Master of Arts in English from the University of British Columbia and is an English Instructor at the UBC Writing Centre. He teaches academic, professional, and business writing courses. In addition, he is also a Business Strategy Advisor in Finance and Corporate Resources at BC Hydro and is part of the Business Transformation team.

Eric has corporate experience in change management, instructional design, training, and technical and business communications. Prior to UBC and BC Hydro, Eric was a Product Manager in Communications and a Technical Writer at Business Objects, a world-wide software company.

APEGBC is an AIBC/CES registered provider offering an AIBC-Accredited activity for 6 Core Learning Units.

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