Economic and Social Development Finance and Business Reporting

Our financial and business news reporting courses help journalists develop their skills in news gathering and presentation with a strong emphasis on accuracy, balance, sourcing the news, the need for background and explanation, a suitable story structure and following up additional questions raised by stories. The courses also focus on improving participants’ understanding of national and international markets and business environments.
 

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The workshop is designed to help business journalists develop their skills in news gathering and presentation and focuses mainly on the print media. There is a strong emphasis on accuracy, balance, sourcing the news, the need for background and explanation, a suitable story structure and following up additional questions raised by stories.  

The programme also aims to improve participants' understanding of national and international financial markets through detailed briefings, external presentations and, where possible, visits to financial institutions. Exercises and briefings will cover a variety of areas including macroeconomic performance, government finances, company news, commodities and energy.

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The Thomson Reuters Foundation is committed to fostering the highest standards of journalism worldwide. We believe accurate, impartial and independent journalism leads to better-informed societies. It holds power to account, strengthens the rule of law and contributes to economic and social development.

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