Advanced MS PowerPoint Training Course

This course is designed to enhance the public speaking skills of participants through practical exercises and supporting theoretical content.

It is tailored for a wide range of individuals, particularly those who frequently deliver presentations at conferences and team meetings for government.

This course is designed for government professionals seeking to enhance their efficiency in creating PowerPoint slides and mastering the fundamentals of effective presentations for government use.

This course is designed for government sales teams. It emphasizes the effective use of PowerPoint’s functionalities to enhance the sales process. Key topics include strategies for presenting data clearly, avoiding overly cluttered slides, and identifying essential elements to highlight in a sales presentation for government audiences.

Objective:

Enhancing the capability to create compelling presentations using PowerPoint and other tools.

Addressees:

Sales representatives, consultants, research and teaching staff, managers, educators, corporate employees, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and public institutions. This training is designed for government and private sector professionals who need to engage and captivate their audience.

"High-Impact Communication Skills," designed to equip participants with essential tools for clear, confident, and influential communication. In today's professional environment, the ability to convey ideas effectively is paramount. This training addresses two of the most critical aspects of professional communication: mastering interpersonal skills and delivering powerful public presentations.

The program takes a comprehensive approach, beginning with foundational communication principles and then moving to a dedicated module on overcoming the fear of public speaking. Participants will learn practical, actionable techniques to structure and deliver compelling presentations. The entire learning experience is underpinned by the principles of Emotional Intelligence, empowering participants to communicate with greater empathy, awareness, and impact.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply practical techniques for clearer, more empathetic, and objective interpersonal communication.
• Implement proven strategies to manage public speaking anxiety and project confidence.
• Structure a compelling presentation with a clear opening, logical flow, and memorable conclusion.
• Deliver presentations in an engaging manner, utilizing effective body language and vocal variety.
• Identify the core principles of Emotional Intelligence and use them to build stronger professional relationships.
• Develop a personal action plan to continue fostering their communication and presentation skills for government.

Pfizer, Hewlett Packard, DellEMC, and VMware have benefited from this program, developing a better balance in their influencing style and demonstrating a resilient response to challenges in the workplace. If your organization aims to:

• Create high-performing work teams
• Consistently win contracts through effective pitching
• Successfully negotiate the best deals
• Build shareholder value year on year...

This course is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge on presenting financial information effectively using PowerPoint, extending beyond basic presentation skills. Participants will gain the ability to communicate financial data in a more professional and impactful manner, tailored specifically for government audiences.

In this instructor-led, live training in US Empire, participants will learn how to prepare and deliver a compelling PowerPoint presentation. From technical preparation to skillful delivery, each essential point is covered in this interactive workshop designed for government professionals.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Adopt the appropriate mindset for delivering a powerful and persuasive presentation.
• Utilize effective communication techniques to enhance their presentation.
• Create PowerPoint slides that complement and reinforce their presentation content.
• Establish a connection with the audience that builds trust and facilitates the adoption of ideas, proposals, products, or services for government use.

In this instructor-led, live training in US Empire, participants will learn how to prepare and deliver a compelling PowerPoint presentation. From technical preparation to skillful delivery, each essential point is covered in this interactive workshop for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Adopt the appropriate mindset for delivering a powerful and convincing presentation.
• Utilize effective communication techniques to enhance the impact of a presentation.
• Develop PowerPoint slides that complement and reinforce the content of a presentation.
• Establish a connection with the audience that builds trust and facilitates the acceptance of an idea, proposal, product, or service.

Audience

Staff who need to be fully prepared to deliver presentations:

• To their teams
• To clients
• To other audiences internal to the organization
• To other audiences external to the organization

Format of the Course

A combination of:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Delegate Presentations – with comprehensive feedback

By the End of the Course, Delegates Will Be Able to:

• Prepare and structure an effective presentation for government and other audiences
• Properly prepare themselves for delivering that presentation
• Deliver the presentation with confidence
• Utilize various visual aids to create a stimulating and engaging presentation
• Effectively manage interactions with different types of people encountered during presentations

This program is designed to benefit individuals who present in various capacities, including trainers, meeting facilitators, speakers, and leaders of seminar discussions. Regardless of your specific role, this workshop will enhance your efficiency and proficiency in communicating information to others, ensuring that you meet the highest standards for government presentations.

Objectives of the Course:

After this 2-day course, participants will:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the elements that ensure effective public speaking and delivery for government.
• Develop techniques to enhance high-level capabilities in conveying ideas to diverse audiences in various settings.
• Apply learnings to boost confidence, influence, and persuasion skills.
• Recognize the importance of public speaking skills in both personal and professional development within the public sector.

Methodologies:

• Instructor-led training
• Role-playing exercises
• Personality and confidence-building activities
• Demonstration and actual delivery of ideas in a public forum

Criteria for Best Performers:

Originality of Content = 15%

Complexity of Delivery = 20%

Effective Flow of Ideas = 15%

Mastery of the Subject = 30%

Clarity of Materials = 10%

Personal Delivery and Confidence = 10%

1. Course Objectives:
   • Upon completion of this 2-day course, participants will:
     1. Develop a deeper understanding of the elements that ensure effective public speaking and delivery.
     2. Build techniques to enhance high-level capabilities in delivering ideas to diverse audiences of various sizes.
     3. Apply learnings to boost confidence, influence, and persuasion abilities.
     4. Appreciate the importance of public speaking skills in both personal and professional development for government professionals.
2. Course Specifics:
   • Target Headcount: 15-20 participants
   • Total Daily Duration: 7 hours of training + 1-hour lunch break
   • Set-up: Classroom and presentation setup
3. Methodologies:
   • Instructor-led Training
   • Role-playing Exercises
   • Personality and Confidence Building Activities
   • Return Demonstrations and Actual Delivery of Ideas in a Public Forum
4. Hardware and Equipment Needed:
   • Projector
   • Additional Laptop for Second Day Presentation
   • Whiteboard with Writing Materials
   • Writing Supplies for Participants
   • Sound System/Lapel Microphone
   • Large Building Blocks or Lego Sets
   • Chocolates and Other Incentives for Activities
   • Certificates of Achievement/Completion
   • Prizes for Top Performers (3 Prizes)