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International Conference On Communication And Presentation Skills

INTRODUCTION

Communication skills play an important role in the current world. Effective communication is a pillar on which careers are built on and results in their success. Effective communication can take the form of either face-to-face or written communication; however, the common attribute is that the message must create a connecting between the individuals involved. This communications conference is aimed at equipping participants with skills that will facilitate effective communication between individuals in and out of the professional fields.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this conference the participants will be able to:

         Understand the importance of presentation

         Learn to prepare a presentation to suit the target audience

         Learn the use of verbal communication to maintain the attention of the audience

         Learn the application of listening skills

         Develop awareness on the importance of non-verbal communication

         Understand the process of collecting data and drawing conclusions through a report

         Learn to design and utilize visual aids necessary for a presentation

         Learn the use of videos in preparing presentations

         Evaluate presentations using a communications checklist

DURATION

5 Day

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This conference will be beneficial to staff in middle or top management interested in improving their communication skills with fellow employees, peers, and directors. 

CONFERENCE OUTLINE

Effective Communication

         Importance of self-awareness

         First impressions

         Techniques of communication

         Styles of communication

         Personal communication style

         Rapport building

         Visual, audio, and kinesthetic communication styles

         Effective questioning and listening skills

         External tools in communication

         Challenges of effective communication

         Importance of communication

         Communication process

         Business communication

         Effective e-mails and memos

Understanding the Audience

         The power of listening

         Skills of communication

         Non-verbal communication

         Research and reports presentation

         Communication in meetings

Presentation Skills

         Presenter’s look, eye contact, gesture, and posture

         Tonal variety

         Energetic speaking

         Visual presentation


 

Presentation Delivery

         Central message

         Utilization of the mind map

         Brainstorming presentation

         PowerPoint presentation

         Practice and delivery of presentation

         Feedback and presentation evaluation

GENERAL NOTES

·       This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.

·       Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

·       Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.

·       We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more: training@skillsforafrica.org

·        The training will be conducted at SKILLS FOR AFRICA TRAINING INSTITUTE IN NAIROBI KENYA.

·       The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, lunch and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.

·       Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of training and proof of payment sent to: training@skillsforafrica.org


Course Schedule
Dates Fees Location Apply
06/01/2025 - 10/01/2025 $1500 Nairobi
20/01/2025 - 24/01/2025 $1500 Nairobi
03/02/2025 - 07/02/2025 $1500 Nairobi
17/02/2025 - 21/02/2025 $1500 Nairobi
03/03/2025 - 07/03/2025 $1500 Nairobi
10/03/2025 - 14/03/2025 $3000 Kigali
17/03/2025 - 21/03/2025 $1500 Nairobi
05/05/2025 - 09/05/2025 $1500 Nairobi
07/04/2025 - 11/04/2025 $1500 Nairobi
14/04/2025 - 18/04/2025 $1750 Mombasa
21/04/2025 - 25/04/2025 $1500 Nairobi
12/05/2025 - 16/05/2025 $4500 Dubai
19/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 $1500 Nairobi
02/06/2025 - 06/06/2025 $1500 Nairobi
09/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 $1750 Mombasa
16/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 $1500 Nairobi
07/07/2025 - 11/07/2025 $1500 Nairobi
14/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 $3500 Johannesburg
21/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $1500 Nairobi
04/08/2025 - 08/08/2025 $1500 Nairobi
11/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 $1750 Mombasa
18/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 $1500 Nairobi
01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 $1500 Nairobi
08/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 $3500 Dar es Salaam
15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 $1500 Nairobi
06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 $1500 Nairobi
13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 $3000 Kigali
20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 $1500 Nairobi
03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 $1500 Nairobi
10/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 $1750 Mombasa
17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 $1500 Nairobi
01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 $1500 Nairobi
15/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 $1500 Nairobi