Presentation Skills

Overview

This two-day course provides training on delivering presentations to groups. The course equips delegates with the skills they need to deliver effective and engaging presentations.

Target Audience

Any individuals who would like to develop their communication and presentation skills.

Outcomes

To increase confidence during presentations
To learn and practise presenting using correct body language, tone of voice, gestures, eye contact and posture
To learn and practise presenting using PowerPoint slides effectively
To learn how to structure presentations in order to maximise audience attention
To learn how to present to target audiences
To learn and practise interaction with the audience, opening the discussion, developing the discussion and handling difficult questions
To receive feedback and coaching on all these skills and review performance on video

Course Contents

The contents may include the following topics:

Presentation Preparation
Managing Nerves
Communication skills: Body Posture, Eye Contact, Gestures and Voice
Use of PowerPoint
Presentation structure and audience attention
Audience Body Language
Development and facilitation of the discussion
Gaining Commitment
Dealing with difficult questions and people