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Introduction
Course overview
Public speaking is one of the most valuable professional skills and one of the most feared. Confident speakers influence decisions, inspire teams and represent organisations well.
This Aractech course covers managing nerves, structuring talks, openings and closings, voice and body language, storytelling, engaging audiences, handling questions and speaking in different settings. Participants deliver recorded speeches with feedback.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Manage nerves and build confidence
- Structure talks for impact
- Open and close powerfully
- Use voice and body language effectively
- Engage audiences with stories
- Handle questions confidently
Who should attend
Target audience
- Managers and leaders
- Professionals presenting to groups
- Spokespeople
- Trainers
- Sales professionals
- Anyone wanting to speak confidently
Methodology
Learning approach
- Speaking practice
- Video recording and feedback
- Exercises
- Peer coaching
- Group discussions
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Confidence
- Understanding nerves
- Preparation
- Mindset
- Coffee break
- Mindset (continued)
- Breathing
- Practice: Short talk
Day 2
Structure
- Clear structure
- Key messages
- Openings
- Coffee break
- Openings (continued)
- Closings
- Workshop: Speech outline
Day 3
Delivery
- Voice
- Body language
- Eye contact
- Coffee break
- Eye contact (continued)
- Pace and pauses
- Practice: Recorded delivery
Day 4
Engagement
- Storytelling
- Audience interaction
- Visual aids
- Coffee break
- Visual aids (continued)
- Humour
- Exercise: Story practice
Day 5
Questions and Settings
- Handling questions
- Difficult audiences
- Virtual speaking
- Coffee break
- Virtual speaking (continued)
- Panels
- Capstone: Final speech
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Public Speaking and Speech Delivery (CWS-019) cover?
This course covers Communication and Writing Skills through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Managers and leaders, Professionals presenting to groups, Spokespeople
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Rome, Munich, Barcelona, Paris, Frankfurt, Istanbul.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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