The British Academy for Training and Development presents this training course in Public Speaking and Presentation Skills.

A brief presentation is one of the practical activities, and you will receive advice on how to improve your presentational abilities. In this course, participants will learn skills for impactful delivery of public speaking in any setting, such as board meetings, presentations, and teaching. Participants will also learn skills for the emerging context of online, virtual events, and recording of talks and lectures. The training is designed to provide the knowledge and tools for continued self-improvement.  

Who Should Attend?

• People from a whole range of sectors who need to present or speak as part of their jobs.
• Anyone who wants to develop his skills and confidence in public speaking and has experience giving presentations.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• The concept of delivery, presentation, and the necessary elements for success.
• How to prepare psychologically and prepare internally before starting the speech and presentation.
• How to put together and organize a presentation or speech.
• Maintain an audience’s attention and interest.
• Display confident body language.
• Handle difficult questions.
• Understand what to focus on to create the impact you choose.
• Learn how professionals tackle the fear of public speaking.
• Understand how to create special moments that the audience will remember.
• Learn and practice techniques for structuring, creating, and telling a great story.

• Introduction to Public Speaking
  • Overview of public speaking importance
  • Course objectives and expectations
  • Understanding your audience
• Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence
  • Common fears of public speaking
  • Techniques to manage anxiety
  • Building self-confidence through practice
• Structuring Your Presentation
  • Components of a strong presentation (introduction, body, conclusion)
  • Organizing ideas logically
  • Incorporating storytelling for engagement
• Creating Visual Aids
  • Principles of effective visual design
  • Tools for creating engaging presentations (PowerPoint, Canva)
  • Best practices for visual integration
• Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
  • Importance of tone, pitch, and pacing
  • Body language and its impact
  • Techniques for effective eye contact and gestures
• Engaging The Audience
  • Strategies for audience interaction
  • Handling questions and feedback
  • Adapting to audience reactions
• Utilizing Advanced Storytelling Techniques
  • The art of narrative in public speaking.
  • Building emotional connections through storytelling.
  • Incorporating anecdotes and personal experiences.
• Handling Difficult Situations
  • Strategies for managing disruptive audience members.
  • Techniques for recovering from mistakes during a presentation.
  • Dealing with hostile questions or criticism effectively.
• Utilizing Multimedia in Presentations
  • Best practices for incorporating video and audio clips.
  • Understanding the role of social media in public speaking.
  • Engaging with your audience through online platforms.
• Virtual Presentations and Webinars
  • Techniques for effective online public speaking.
  • Tools and platforms for hosting webinars.
  • Maintaining engagement in virtual environments.