Business-Related English

In the business world, there are standards for written English just as there are in the classroom. If you are applying for a job, your resume and application should have certain qualities. If you are writing a memo to the staff, it should be formatted properly. To understand the use of written English in the business world, refer to some of our files below.

Work-Related Letters

Most business letters must include a return address (letterhead or your name and address), date, an inside address (receiver’s name and address), a salutation, body paragraphs, and a closing. However, there are several ways to format this information. For example, return addresses can be centered or begin at the left margin or begin at the horizontal center of the page.

Business Letter Formats

• How to Write Business Letters

Before the Interview

• Cover Letters
• How to Write a Cover Letter
• Sample Cover Letter (Block Style)
• Sample Cover Letter (Traditional Style)

After the Interview

• What to Do After the Interview

Memos

In the business world, there are standards for written English just as there are in the classroom. If you are writing a memo to the staff, it should be formatted properly. To understand the use of written English in the business world, refer to some of our files below.

Memo Formats

• How to Write Memos
• Memo Sample

Links

• Memos (The Writing Center at Rensselaer)

Resumes

If you are applying for a job, your resume and application should have certain qualities. The following information will help you create a simple and efficient resume.

Resume Formats

• How to Write Resumes
• Guide to Revising Your Resume
• Resume Checklist

Resume Samples

• Resume Sample I
• Resume Sample II