Oral Communication and Presentation Skills for Legal and Business Professionals

This course provides a foundational summary of the manner in which to approach oral business communications, from informal one-on-one status reports to formal business presentations for larger audiences. It also covers how to communicate during meetings with colleagues and clients. Topics include understanding your objective; selecting the appropriate tone for the audience; preparation, including knowledge acquisition, time management and validation of information; selecting supporting materials; handling questions; post presentation communication and self-assessment.