Presentation Skills Course

In most companies today, despite all the advances in technology, the formal presentation is still a major channel for the communication of information. The successful delivery of information in a presentation can be a powerful way of influencing others.

For the majority of people making a presentation is a daunting experience. Yet the basic skills of presentation, when acquired, can turn a once unpleasant task into an enjoyable experience.

Course Duration

• 1 Day - Classroom session
  

          Additional time is required to prepare a 7-10 minute presentation in advance

         of the course, which each participant will deliver on the day

Training Methodology

Participants receive formal instruction on the main aspects of presentation skills.

Each participant makes a PRESENTATION to the other members of the group and the trainer. 

The presentation is video recorded.

Participants receive constructive feedback and analysis from the trainer.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Deliver presentations, which are clear, relevant and persuasive
• Prepare presentations, which meet the needs of an audience
• Overcome the nervousness and tension associated with presentations
• Hold audience attention by the use of proven presentation techniques
• Analyse, select and structure material for presentations
• Handle post presentation questions clearly and completely
• Select, prepare and use appropriate visual aids in the most effective way

Course Content

• The 6w's of communication
• Your audience and you
• The objective of your presentation
• Timing your presentation
• Openings, middle and endings
• Getting your message across
• Body language, mannerisms, posture and gestures
• Delivery techniques
• Losing your audience, winning them back
• Handling questions
• Visual aids