This section of the report writing guide focuses on reports for business, management, or creative subjects, for example providing a position statement, design commentary, or evaluation of options, or a report on problem solving.

Here is an outline of what is covered in this guide.

• The purpose and principles for report writing 
• The process of report writing
• Structures and content normally included in a report
• Appropriate language style for reports
• Design and formatting of a report

See also our other section on scientific reports, such as research reports or lab reports.