MGT120 - Effective Briefing and Presentation Skills for IT and Engineering

Course Description

Short Course | 12 hours | 1.2 CEUs | $1,000

This briefing and presentation skills workshop develops the skills and techniques professionals need to quickly deliver key information, influence others and earn respect. When you present well, you become more believable, more convincing, and you are perceived as being more competent because of your presentation skills.

Unfortunately, public speaking can be an anxiety-inducing part of work. This class addresses the worst fears about being on the spot or being put on the hot seat. This class presents techniques to organize ideas effectively and clearly for a variety of situations. The core of this class is developing thinking strategies which guide our ability to analyze, organize, and present ideas. At the end of the class, you will be able to effectively organize and structure a presentation, deliver a convincing message, and provide sound and convincing answers to the most difficult questions.

Topics include the following: learn to create and organize content, to write compelling introductions, and ultimately to anticipate audience needs. Apply best practices, practice delivery techniques, and select appropriate visual aids to make sure your next presentation is less intimidating, more effective, and well-received.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Briefings and Presentations
  • What is a briefing
  • Types of presentation
  • Expectations of Effective Briefings and Presentations
• Preparing for Briefings and Presentations
  • Planning for Presentations Analyzing the audience and setting
  • Defining the objective and building the message
  • Using a model for organizing a persuasive or informational presentation
  • Preparing for Different Presentation Types
• Delivery Skills and Challenges
  • Addressing Fears and Managing Expectations
  • Techniques for overcoming presentation anxiety
  • Exploring impact of body, voice, and visual aids
  • Do’s and Don’ts of PowerPoint
  • Establishing a Speaking Presence
• Making Presentations Memorable
  • Incorporating Visual Aids
  • Involving the Audience
  • Presenting Memorable Stories
• Delivering Effective Presentations
  • Presenting to Your Peers

Learner Outcomes

• Overcome the jitters of public speaking
• Analyze the audience
• Use the appropriate approach for the topic and situation
• Prepare for delivering different types of briefings and presentations
• Develop a natural speaking presence for delivering presentations
• Use compelling visuals and stories to engage your audience
• Use voice and body language for greater impact
• Use visuals effectively

Additional Information

This course is designed for individuals who want to improve the quality and impact of their briefings and presentations.

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