Course Summary
This course teaches Business English specifically for presentations. Students will learn how to effectively communicate their ideas and engage their audience in a professional setting.Key Learning Points
- Learn key vocabulary and grammar for presentations
- Understand how to structure and deliver a successful presentation
- Gain confidence in speaking and presenting in English
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Business English for presentations
- Develop a strong vocabulary and grammar base for effective communication
- Learn how to structure and deliver successful presentations with confidence
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Intermediate level of English proficiency
- Access to a computer and internet connection
- Willingness to participate in class discussions and activities
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online, self-paced course
- Video lectures and interactive activities
- Peer-reviewed assignments
Similar Courses
- Business English: Networking
- Business English: Meetings
Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Business Communication
- Certificate in Public Speaking
- Certificate in English Language Learning
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- Social Psychologist
- Author and Motivational Speaker
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Description
This course teaches you language and techniques that will help you make effective presentations in English. The final task is to develop a well-organized, persuasive presentation using charts and graphs that sells your city as a venue.
Outline
- Giving Effective Presentations
- Video 1: Welcome to Presentations
- Video 2: Course Overview
- Video 3: Scenario Effective Presentation (A & B)
- Video 4: Presentation Guidelines Part 1
- Video 4: Presentation Guidelines Part 2
- Video 5: Effective Introductions
- Video 1: Transitions and Conclusions
- Video 2: Scenario Difficult Audience (A)
- Video 3: Answering Questions
- Video 4: Scenario Difficult Audience (B)
- Video 1: Slides
- Video: Effective Presentations Advice
- Read Me First
- Useful Language and Guidelines: Presentations
- Useful Language: Signposts
- Resources: Citations & Guidelines
- Week 1 Summary
- Guidelines on Giving a Presentation
- Effective Introductions
- Transitions Expressions
- Introduction, Transitions, and Conclusions
- What’s the Mistake with these Slides?
- Referring to Data and Describing Visuals
- Video 1: Introduction to Week 2
- Video 2: Explaining Graphs
- Video 3: Challenges in Describing Visuals
- Video 1: Using Large Numbers
- Video 2: Describing Data
- Video 3: Expedia Interview
- Video 1: Introduction to Trends
- Video: Slides and Visuals Advice
- Useful Language: Graphs and Charts
- Expedia
- Useful Expressions and Resource: Numbers
- Week 2 Summary
- Describing Charts and Graphs
- Describing a Graph
- Giving Details about Data
- Expedia
- Trends Vocabulary
- Persuasive Language in Marketing
- Video 1: Introduction to Persuasive Language
- Video 1: Introduction to Promoting a Place
- Video: Persuasive Language Advice
- Useful Expressions: Persuasive Language
- Week 3 Summary
- Making Sentences More Compelling
- Marketing Expressions
- Putting it all Together
- Video 1: Putting it all Together
- Video 2: Model Presentation
- Resource: Creating Graphics and Audio for PowerPoint
- Resource: Creating Graphics and Audio for Google Slides
Summary of User Reviews
The Business English Presentations course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. Many found it to be a helpful course that improved their English speaking and presentation skills. The course provides practical tips and strategies for delivering effective presentations in a business setting.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Practical tips and strategies for delivering effective presentationsPros from User Reviews
- Helpful course for improving English speaking and presentation skills
- Flexible schedule to fit with personal commitments
- Engaging video lectures and interactive quizzes
- Useful feedback from peer assessments
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course material to be too basic
- Limited interaction with instructors
- No certification offered for completing the course
- Some technical difficulties with the website