Course Syllabus

BUS 2450 Presentations for Business

Course Description

This course is designed for students to develop effective oral presentation skills, allowing for increased poise and self-confidence. Students learn marketable skills such as how to integrate presentation and technical skills to create dynamic and professional presentations that may be presented online and/or to live audiences.

The course teaches students how to perform audience analysis for planning a well-received presentation with a clear purpose. Students will be given multiple opportunities to plan, develop, deliver, and evaluate presentations. Strategies for overcoming presentation anxiety and relaxation techniques will be explored.

Justification

Effective communication and presentation skills are very important in the business world. Additionally, skilled application of presentation software is necessary for many professionals as they conduct online meetings, presentations, demonstrations, etc. Students will be given the opportunity to master both software and presentation skills.

The course fulfills a core requirement for the Associate of Science Business degree.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. A student can effectively research presentation topics and create dynamic, well-planned presentations.
2. A student can create attractive, professional looking, and inviting presentations.
3. A student can deliver a professional presentation properly utilizing oral communication skills.
4. Students can create a capstone signature assignment.

Course Content

Creating a Presentation
Adding Media and Special Effects
Advanced Formatting and Animations
Effective Use of Color in a Presentation
Audience Analysis
Strategies for Overcoming Presentation Anxiety