Creative Presentation and Public Speaking

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Making presentations is usually a herculean task for many people. Reactions to the prospect of making a presentation could range from sheer fear through anxiety attacks to even a partial loss of voice. In one way or another, almost every one of us will be involved in presentation and public speaking so we need to be prepared. In fact, employers consistently rank public speaking and related communication skills as one of the top skills they look for in employees.

Regardless of the cost, some people prefer to avoid presentations completely rather than face up to what they see as a daunting challenge. The Creative Presentation and Public Speaking seminar is aimed precisely at overcoming such challenges. This 5 day seminar will help participants acquire proficiency in presentation and public speaking skills. They will develop skills in the analysis, planning, researching and writing of presentations. They will also learn to make a variety of presentations including briefs, speeches of introduction and pitches to clients.

Objectives

  • To become skilled at developing ideas
  • To learn to convert creative thinking into writing for the audience
  • To know how to use language techniques to ensure key messages are understood
  • To learn how to plan and structure presentations for maximum impact
  • To learn self development in areas of:
    • Nerve control and dealing with fears
    • Comportment
    • Building confidence
    • Persuasive vocal style
    • Use of body language to build rapport
  • To know how to research and relate audience profile to delivery style
  • To acquire tools needed for presentation and to develop a persuasive and impressive speaking style


Mode of Delivery
The workshop will involve lectures, the use of case studies, and a wide range of practical and enjoyable approaches to bring out the best in the participants. It will therefore be very interactive and accommodating.

Details of modules

  • General overview
    • About the programme
    • Building group rapport and pre-presentation exercises
  • Introduction to presentation
    • Creativity & Innovation
    • Developing your thinking skills
    • Use language techniques to ensure that your key message is understood
    • Persuasive vocal style
    • Speech writing
  • Mastering the speaking skills
    1. Nerve control and dealing with fears
    2. Comportment
    3. Building confidence
    4. Use of body language to build rapport
  • Developing your presentation
    1. Message
    2. Structure
    3. Opening and closing
    4. Key points
    5. Audience profile
  • Practice sessions, Presentations and evaluation, feedback.

For whom

  1. Executives and managers who have experience in making presentations but are willing to improve their confidence and delivery skills.
  2. Recommended for experienced presenters who would like to fine-tune their style and add more clout and conviction to their presentations.


Duration
5days

Dates:
15 - 19 April, 2013
7 - 11 October, 2013

Course Fee
N165,500 per participant.
(Fee covers all course materials, tea and lunch)

Venue
School of Media and Communication
Pan-African University,
2, Ahmed Onibudo Street, Victoria Island Campus,
Lagos.

Enquiries
Call Doris on 08058127207, 01-8967462 or Juliet on 08066385629

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