Band 9: You recently completed a professional training course and found it extremely useful. Write a letter to your employer requesting permission to attend another advanced course. You should include details about: which course you want to attend and when it is scheduled; how this training will benefit your work and the company; what support you need from your employer (e.g., funding, time off).

Dear Mr Smith,

I am writing to request your permission to attend an advanced project management course following the successful completion of a professional training programme last month, which I found extremely useful.

The course I would like to attend is an Advanced Project Management and Leadership course, scheduled to take place from 15 to 19 November. It will cover important topics such as risk management, team leadership and effective project planning.

I believe this training would significantly improve my professional skills and help me manage projects more efficiently. In addition, the knowledge I gain could be shared with my colleagues, enabling our team to improve its performance, meet deadlines and achieve the company’s objectives more effectively.

To attend this course, I would appreciate the company’s financial support to cover the registration fees. I would also be grateful if I could take five working days off to participate in the programme. I will ensure that my current responsibilities are completed or properly delegated before my absence.

Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,