Public Speaking

A simulation of a professional public speaking communication, including written preparation of the speech and a presentation given to an assessment panel, followed by a Q&A session.

Duration and schedule : 15 hours – weekdays, daytimel

 PREREQUISITE : Command of English  (Level B2 required) This programme is for people who need to speak in public with impact, in their own professional context. They should have a minimum of one year’s experience in the job which requires them to speak in public, in the presence of in-house or external audiences (colleagues, clients, investors, partners ….)

Public : This certification develops skills to structure presentations, captivate an audience, deliver impactful messages, and showcase expertise. It is applicable to all sectors and roles, improving employability, influence, and performance.

Please consult our Handicap Contact in case of any potential adaptations of the training cours (teaching and/or organisation) : Thierry VILLEMAGNE t.villemagne@humanem.fr

Tarif inter avec certification : 1800€ including tax, per participant (eligible for CPF )

OBJECTIVES :

• Prepare a public speaking engagement by identifying objectives and structuring a detailed and logical speech plan
• Initiate a public speaking talk using a powerful hook and clearly introducing the topic and objectives
• Energise public speaking by using a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques depending on the message and environment, and by illustrating points with creative and impactful techniques
• Handle unexpected audience interventions (questions, objections, interruptions, etc.) using active listening techniques
• Conclude a public speaking engagement in a memorable way by summarising key messages and using an appropriate positive anchoring technique for the audience

Enrollment: Timing depends on mode of payment.  For inscriptions financed via the CPF, there is a 14 day minimum waiting period between the date of the confirmation of the training course and its start date (legal withdrawal period).

Matériel pédagogique :

• Vidéoprojecteur, Paper Board, Polycopiés

TEACHING METHODS:

• Slides, videos, discussions and sharing of experience
• Exercises and company-specific case studies
• Sub-group work
• Feedback on real situations and role-playing
• Methodological input illustrated with examples drawn from own experience

FEEDBACK AND EVALUATION :

• • Satisfaction Assessment Document, and Certificate of Completion / Certificate of Training
  • Evaluation of Skill Acquisition :
• Professional simulation of an impactful public speaking situation, via a preliminary written document of the speech to be given, and a simulation in the presence of our jury, followed by a question and answer session.  Each candidate will be assessed by a professional jury compsed of 2 members :
  • 1 person representing HUMANEM Formation
  • 1 person from an external body

   

• • Oral or Interpersonal Communication,
  • Professional training in expression or communication,
  • Coaching in communication, personal development, professional counselling,
  • Theatre, dramatic expression scénique or media training,
  • Or any other function requiring public speaking skills (facilitation, management, running meetings, sales pitches, , etc.).The Assessors have all had professional experience of at least 3 years in one of the following fields :
•  The final decision will be made by the Manitude certifier via a certification jury.
• Each participant who passes the assessment will receive a Certificate of Competency edited by Manitude.

Programme :

• 1.1.1     Preparing a Public Speaking Engagement: a Structured and Adapted Approach (C1)

  • Identify the professional speaking situation, analyse the context and the stakes
  • Define the objectives of the presentation
  • Analyse the target audience and their expectations
  • Formulate key messages
  • Structure a logical outline (introduction, development, conclusion)
  • Ensure accessibility of the presentation content for people with disabilities

  1.1.2     Initiating a Speech with Impact (C2)

  • Master the first seconds: opening techniques (anecdote, question, statistic, etc.)
  • Build a clear and engaging introduction: explicit announcement of the topic and objectives to maintain audience attention
  • Adopt impactful non-verbal communication:
    • Confident physical posture
    • Eye contact and stage presence supported by appropriate gestures

  1.1.3     Energising Your Speech and Maintaining Attention (C3)

  • Become aware of and master the fundamentals of the voice: volume, articulation, pace, and intonation
  • Learn to manage pauses and variations in pace
  • Use gestures, movement, and eye contact to stimulate attention
  • Use storytelling and elements of surprise to captivate and evoke emotion and attention

  1.1.4     Managing Interactions and Unexpected Situations (C4)

  • Define a clear framework for audience interaction
  • Practise active listening when responding to questions or objections
  • Handle interruptions and difficult questions, then refocus the speech to maintain connection with the audience
  • Know how to regain the thread of the speech
  • Manage timing and respect the allotted duration

  1.1.5     Concluding in a Memorable and Coherent Way (C5)

  • Understand the strategic role of the conclusion
  • Identify and summarise key messages to encourage their adoption
  • Choose from positive anchoring techniques (image, quotation, emotion, call to action)
  • Align the conclusion with the initial objectives

  1.1.6     Consolidation and Certification

  • Deliver a full simulation before an assessment panel
  • Answer questions from the panel and justify the choices made
  • Final feedback and identification of areas for improvement

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