Course Description

The "Business and Professional Communications for Success" course equips learners with the crucial skills required to produce engaging and effective business presentations tailored to diverse working environments. It delves into the creation of compelling written and verbal communication, employing a variety of design elements and presentation formats. Additionally, this program allows learners to apply their gained knowledge through hands-on project work, including the creation of PowerPoint presentations with professional handouts and a recorded video presentation.

What Students Will Learn

By participating in this course, students are equipped to:

  • Evaluate the organizational structure and steps involved in preparing a presentation.
  • Identify and use various supporting materials that enhance presentations.
  • Review and select appropriate presentation software depending on the audience and context.
  • Understand and apply design principles to create visually appealing and effective presentations.
  • Appreciate the importance of storytelling in presentations to ensure engagement and impact.
  • Craft and develop their own presentations, concluding with delivering a polished video presentation.

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

No prerequisites are required for this course. It is suitable for learners beginning their journey in business and professional communication.

Course Content Overview

  • Introduction to Business Communication
  • Key Principles of Design and Presentation
  • Utilizing Software Tools for Presentation Creation
  • Enhancing Presentations with Effective Support Materials
  • Application of Storytelling in Professional Communication
  • Practical Project: Creating and Presenting a Full-Scale Professional Presentation

Who This Course is For

This course is designed for individuals who are looking to improve their presentation skills in a professional context. It is ideal for students, business professionals, and anyone interested in refining their ability to communicate effectively in business environments.

Real-World Application

The skills learned in this course have wide applications in the real world. Participants can use their enhanced presentation skills to influence and motivate teams, pitch ideas more effectively, and communicate complex information clearly in their workplace. Effective communication leads to better collaboration and can significantly improve professional outcomes in varied business contexts.