Mastering the Art of Persuasive Presentations

About this Course

Course Description

This MOOC is designed to equip participants with the essential skills for effective communication. The MOOC covers foundational principles of persuasion, audience analysis, storytelling techniques, visual design, and multimedia utilisation. Participants engage in practical exercises, interactive activities, and group discussions, fostering a dynamic learning environment. The MOOC emphasises verbal and nonverbal communication skills, addressing diverse speaking styles and strategies for handling questions and objections. Concluding in a practical application module, participants deliver persuasive speeches, receiving peer evaluations and feedback. The MOOC aims to empower individuals to craft compelling presentations tailored to diverse audiences, fostering confidence and proficiency in persuasive communication.

Course Learning Outcomes

1 ) Develop skills to captivate audiences, evoke emotional responses, and incorporate anecdotes and examples strategically to enhance presentation impact.
2 ) Demonstrate the ability to craft persuasive messages tailored to diverse audiences, enhancing engagement and credibility.
3 ) Design principles to create visually appealing presentations, judiciously select multimedia resources, and avoid common pitfalls, ensuring visual aids enhance the persuasive message.

Course Details

STATUS : Open
DURATION : FLEXIBLE
EFFORT : 3 hours per week
MODE : 100% Online
COURSE LEVEL : Intermediate
LANGUAGE : English
CLUSTER : Lifelong Learning ( LL )

 Syllabus

Participants will acquire a deep understanding of the foundational principles of persuasion, effectively applying them in the creation and delivery of persuasive presentations. They will demonstrate the ability to craft compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences, building credibility and fostering engagement.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be proficient in employing advanced storytelling techniques to structure and convey persuasive narratives. They will develop the skills to captivate their audience, evoke emotional responses, and strategically incorporate anecdotes and examples to enhance the impact of their presentations.

Participants will gain expertise in designing visually compelling presentations and leveraging multimedia elements effectively. They will be able to apply design principles to enhance visual appeal, select and use multimedia resources judiciously, and avoid common pitfalls, ensuring that their visual aids enhance rather than detract from the persuasive message.

Participants will enhance their verbal and nonverbal communication skills, mastering vocal delivery, body language, and adapting their speaking style to various presentation formats. They will learn to manage nervousness, project confidence, and handle questions and objections adeptly, ensuring a comprehensive and persuasive communication style.

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Our Instructor

SHEEMA LIZA BINTI IDRIS

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Sri Iskandar

MOHAMAD SYAFIQ BIN YA SHAK

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Sri Iskandar

ZARLINA BINTI MOHD ZAMARI

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Sri Iskandar

NORAZIAH BT AZIZAN

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Sri Iskandar

NOORLINDA BINTI ALANG

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Sri Iskandar

 Frequently Asked Questions

A1 : Persuasive presentation skills are essential in various aspects of professional and personal life. They help individuals effectively communicate ideas, sell products or services, influence decision-making processes, and inspire action among audiences.