Course Description

This is a practical workshop that will enable participants to demonstrate the key skills required for making effective presentations.

Target Student

Any employee who in the course of their work is required to carry out either formal or informal presentations.

Prerequisites

None.

Delivery Method

Instructor led, group paced.

Performance-Based Objectives

By the end of today, delegates will be able to:

• Explain the key elements of a presentation
• Plan and structure a presentation
• Practice techniques for controlling nerves
• Recognise the importance of assertive body language
• Pre-empt potential questions from an audience
• Deliver a short presentation

Course Content

What is a presentation?

Facilitator input and discussion to define what a presentation is. Key elements to be considered when presenting explanation of the four areas you need to manage.

Planning and structuring your presentation

Every good story has three common stages a beginning, middle and an end. What will your story be?

Worried about hecklers?

Strategies for dealing with that potentially difficult audience member.

Tense? Dry throat? 

An in-depth look at how to control yourself and minimise those nerves.

Put it all together

An opportunity to make a short presentation based on key points covered during the workshop.