Developing Effective Presentation Skills

Leadership and Management Competency: Oral Communications, Influencing and Negotiating

Duration: 3 Days

The Presentation Workshop focuses on preparing individuals to deliver professional and effective presentations. Topics include the importance, the myths, the preparation and content of presentations. It also discusses the attitude of the presenter, preparing for the audience and utilizing presentation technology correctly.



MAJOR COURSE OBJECTIVES
The course is designed to enable participants to:
  • Deliver three presentations: one three minute, one five minute and one ten minute
  • Understand and capitalize on the importance of quality presentations
  • Dispel the myths regarding presentations
  • Learn to create presentations based on the purpose, the audience and the physical surroundings
  • Learn how to structure a presentation
  • Apply PowerPoint techniques in presentations
  • Using a video camera - provide feedback on presenter. (optional)


Participants completing this workshop will gain or enhance their skills in:
  • Presenting ideas to various audiences
  • Targeting their presentations appropriately to the audience
  • Structuring a presentation to include Introduction, Body and Closing
  • Gaining confidence in developing and presenting ideas