You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter • explain why you want to reduce your working hours • say which hours you would like to work • describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer

Dear Mr Brown I am writing
this
letter to know whether it is possible for me to reduce my working hours since I am planning to study business management at the university. It is a one-time opportunity as I have received a scholarship. I'm taking
this
course because it is relevant to my work and can increase my efficiency. I have to participate in morning classes,
therefore
I am only available after 12:00 pm. After two semesters, my schedule becomes more flexible;
therefore
I would be able to compensate for my working hours. I believe
this
part-time study can be very helpful for our own company, especially in areas
such
as statistics.
In addition
, after my graduation, I would be delighted to share my knowledge with other employers. Everyone should have some information about
this
field in order to become better at their job. Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to your response Best regards Sara
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task achievement
Your letter could provide more details about how the company would benefit from your studies to strengthen your case.
coherence cohesion
Ensure that each paragraph focuses on a single idea to improve clarity.
task achievement
You have effectively included all the necessary points required in the task.
coherence cohesion
The opening and closing of your letter are very appropriate and polite.

Structure your letter

A letter needs to be written using a proper format, including the following:

  • A greeting (Dear sir/madam, Dear John, Dear Mr. Smith)
  • The main body (consisting of paragraphs for each part of the letter)
  • A closing (Yours sincerely, Yours faithfully, Best wishes, Kind regards, Love)

When writing a letter as part of the IELTS General Training Writing Task 1, it is important to include the bullet points presented to you in the question.

All three bullet points need to be presented. And remember that some bullet points contain more than one element. So, make sure to watch for ‘and’ and plurals.

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