Microsoft PowerPoint – Intermediate Level

Course Summary

This two-day intermediate course is designed for professionals who already use PowerPoint and want to improve their design fluency, storytelling flow, and presentation delivery quality. The course introduces structured design techniques, smart object handling, and content alignment strategies for high-impact communication.

Participants will also explore how Generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot can accelerate content development—through automated suggestions, summarization, and layout guidance based on presentation goals.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Structure slide decks with a clear narrative and purpose

    • Apply advanced formatting to text, images, tables, and diagrams

    • Use Slide Master and themes for consistent visual identity

    • Insert and format SmartArt, charts, and multimedia content

    • Align and distribute objects for cleaner slide layouts

    • Use AI tools to suggest visuals, create outlines, and refine slides for clarity

Target Audience

    • Mid-level executives, team leads, and business development professionals

    • Individuals who present to clients, stakeholders, or department heads

    • Professionals tasked with preparing high-stakes or persuasive content

Course Modules (Simplified Overview)

This course includes exercises and real-business examples through sessions such as:

    • Creating Slide Narratives That Flow
      Learn to structure your presentation as a story—from opening to message delivery and call to action.
    • Designing with Precision
      Use guides, align tools, and grouping features to create consistent, well-balanced layouts.
    • Using Slide Master and Templates
      Standardize branding across slides with Slide Master, layout variants, and consistent color schemes.
    • SmartArt, Charts, and Media Objects
      Enhance audience understanding using data visuals, process diagrams, and embedded media.
    • Animation and Timing for Engagement
      Apply subtle transitions and entrance/exit effects that support your message, not distract from it.
    • Using AI to Support Presentation Building
      Use Microsoft Copilot to generate outlines, suggest visual elements, and restructure content for greater clarity or time savings.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will gain the ability to:

    • Prepare professionally designed slides that align with branding and messaging goals

    • Present content logically and persuasively using visual hierarchy

    • Work faster using Generative AI to improve slides and story flow

Course Duration & Format

    • Duration: 2 Day
    • Mode: Physical / Virtual / Hybrid
    • HRDC Claimable: Yes

Trainer

Led by a certified PowerPoint practitioner with experience in presentation design, stakeholder communications, and corporate visual storytelling.

Turn Ideas into Impactful Visual Messages

Contact us today to explore a private group session or check our public training schedule. The course is suitable for marketing teams, analysts, consultants, and any department involved in client or executive communications.