Australian Leadership Skills Centre

One-Day Short Course
Practical Skills for Clear, Confident and Engaging Communication

Presentation
and Communication Short Course
Presentation and Communication Short Course
Strong communication and presentation skills are essential in every workplace. This practical short course helps participants build confidence, clarity, and presence when speaking with others — whether in meetings, presentations, or day‑to‑day interactions.
Through hands‑on activities, real‑world scenarios, and supportive coaching, participants learn how to structure their message, engage their audience, manage nerves, and communicate with impact.
This one-day course will cover the basics of communication and presentation which are often forgotten. It will help you to rethink your approach to communicating and create a better understanding and awareness of the communication process. All of us can benefit from understanding and improving our communication approaches, and we can benefit from improved understanding, better interpersonal relationships and less conflict or misunderstanding.
What the Course Covers
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Understanding the foundations of effective communication
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Structuring clear, engaging messages
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Presenting with confidence and presence
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Managing nerves and building self‑assurance
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Using voice, body language, and tone effectively
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Tailoring communication to different audiences
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Communicating clearly in meetings and group settings
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Giving and receiving feedback with confidence
Why Presentation and Communication Skills Matter
People who communicate well are better able to:
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Influence and engage their audience
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Build trust and credibility
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Share ideas clearly and confidently
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Contribute effectively in meetings and discussions
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Strengthen relationships and collaboration
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Represent themselves and their organisation professionally
This course provides practical tools that participants can apply immediately.
Course Overview
Title: Presentation and Communication Short Course
Duration: One-day Short Course
Format: Online or Face‑to‑face workshop with practical activities, coaching, and real‑world application.
Description: A practical and engaging course designed to help participants communicate clearly, present confidently, and engage their audience. Participants learn how to structure their message, manage nerves, and use their voice and body language effectively.
Who should attend?
This short course is ideal for:
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Professionals wanting to improve their communication and presentation skills
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Team members who speak in meetings or present information
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New and emerging leaders
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Individuals who experience nerves or lack confidence when speaking
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Organisations wanting to strengthen communication capability across teams
Benefits
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Participants will develop better awareness of the communication process.
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Participants will have an opportunity to re-evaluate their communication processes and to practice communication and presentation skills.
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Better communication habits and awareness will lead to improved confidence, better interpersonal relationships and less misunderstanding in the workplace.
Learning Approach
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Practical tools and templates for immediate use
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Supportive coaching to build confidence and presence
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Real‑world scenarios to strengthen communication skills
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Reflection activities to build self‑awareness
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Strategies for engaging audiences and managing nerves
Tailored Delivery
This course can be tailored to reflect your organisation’s communication needs, audience types, and workplace context. We work closely with you to ensure the course delivers meaningful, lasting impact.