Handbook
Handbook
Handbook
Handbook
Instructor Danesh Gojer
The WAC Report Structure*
Writing decision reports is both an art and a science. This translates into the fact that
there is no one “correct” procedure to follow. So although there are many equally
effective ways in which a decision report can be structured and presented, for the
purposes of this course the below format must be followed for all submissions:
1. Situation Analysis
2. Problem Statement
3. Options Available
4. Criteria for Evaluation
5. Evaluation of Options
6. Recommendation
7. Action Plan
8. Contingency plan (if required)
9. Exhibits (if required)
The main rationale being that following this method will help to ensure that you
systematically go through all the analyses and processes involved with rational
decision-making.
In addition, your report should start with a cover page, a letter of transmittal, an
executive summary and a contents page, in this exact order.