PowerPoint for Impactful Presentations

Module 1: Before design setup and planning

• Design with the end goal and audience in mind
• Set up PowerPoint save options and adjust the working space
• Most important elements of the ribbon and when to use them
• Customize the Quick Access Toolbar for frequent actions

Module 2: Design fundamentals that scale

• Basic slide design rules for layout, type, color, and contrast
• Basic slide DON’Ts and how to fix them
• Prepare simple infographics from rough content
• Put emphasis on key elements without clutter
• Distribute and align elements consistently across slides

Module 3: Tables, spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and pictures

• Create and import tables that match the theme
• Use spreadsheets in PowerPoint and link or paste with control
• Make tables effective on slides with hierarchy and white space
• Use different charts and graphs and label for readability
• Use and edit pictures crop, compress, remove background, and alt text

Module 4: Good practices and effective presentations

• Review examples of great slides and why they work
• How to prepare for a presentation delivery and rehearse smartly
• What to keep in mind when presenting timing, focus, and simplicity
• Body language and tone of voice basics for credibility
• Public speaking basics to handle nerves and Q and A