Marketing & Communication

Presentation Skills for Professionals

Professionals are judged by how they present ideas as well as by the ideas themselves. This practical course builds presentation skills: structuring presentations, designing clear slides, voice and body language, managing nerves, engaging audiences, handling questions and presenting online.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Confident presenters win support for their ideas. You will practise repeatedly with feedback until you present with impact.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Repeated presentations with video feedback, slide clinics, voice exercises and Q&A practice.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Structure presentations for clarity
Design simple, effective slides
Use voice and body language confidently
Manage presentation nerves
Engage and involve audiences
Handle questions and present online

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Professionals who present at work
Managers and team leaders
Technical specialists
Sales professionals
Graduates and early-career staff

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Structure
Slide design
Delivery
Audience engagement
Q&A handling

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Planning Presentations

09:00–10:08Audience and purpose
10:08–11:00Key messages
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Key messages (continued)
11:45–12:53Structure
12:53–14:00Short presentation

Day 2Slides

09:00–10:08Slide design principles
10:08–11:00Data on slides
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Data on slides (continued)
11:45–12:53Visuals
12:53–14:00Slide clinic

Day 3Delivery

09:00–10:08Voice and pace
10:08–11:00Body language
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Body language (continued)
11:45–12:53Nerves
12:53–14:00Video practice

Day 4Engagement and Q&A

09:00–10:08Interaction
10:08–11:00Stories and examples
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Stories and examples (continued)
11:45–12:53Handling questions
12:53–14:00Practice

Day 5Online and Final

09:00–10:08Virtual presenting
10:08–11:00Hybrid audiences
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Hybrid audiences (continued)
11:45–12:53Final presentations
12:53–14:00Feedback

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

Find a session that works for you.

Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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