Course Outline
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
• Understanding the PowerPoint interface
• Creating and saving presentations
• Navigating slides and presentation views
• Understanding templates and themes
Creating Professional Presentations
• Structuring presentation content effectively
• Creating new slides and layouts
• Using presentation themes and design consistency
• Organising presentation flow
Formatting Slides and Content
• Formatting text and bullet points
• Using fonts, colours, and styles effectively
• Aligning and arranging slide elements
• Applying branding and consistency principles
Working with Images, Shapes, and Visual Elements
• Inserting and formatting images
• Using icons, shapes, and SmartArt
• Creating charts and tables
• Visual communication best practices
Animation and Transitions
• Applying slide transitions
• Using animations appropriately
• Managing timing and presentation flow
• Avoiding overuse of visual effects
Presentation Delivery Features
• Presenter View functionality
• Using speaker notes
• Slide show controls and navigation
• Managing audience engagement
Collaboration and Sharing
• Sharing presentations securely
• Exporting presentations to PDF
• Printing handouts and notes
• Collaboration and version control awareness
PowerPoint Best Practices
• Designing clear and engaging presentations
• Avoiding common presentation mistakes
• Accessibility and readability considerations
• Structuring presentations for professional environments
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for individuals who create, edit, or deliver presentations within workplace environments, including:
• Office Administrators
• Human Resources Personnel
• Sales & Marketing Teams
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• Managers and Department Heads
• Trainers and Facilitators
• Business Development Personnel
• Executive Assistants
• Project Coordinators
• Employees responsible for reporting or presentations
No prior advanced PowerPoint experience is required.
Why This Training Is Important
Communication Effectiveness
Professional presentations improve how information is communicated internally and externally.
Workplace Productivity
Efficient use of PowerPoint tools reduces time spent creating and editing presentations.
Professional Standards
Consistent presentation design supports organisational branding and professionalism.
Digital Skills Development
PowerPoint proficiency supports broader workplace IT competency and communication confidence.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Understand core Microsoft PowerPoint functions
• Create structured and professional presentations
• Format slides using consistent design principles
• Insert and manage images, charts, and visual content
• Apply animations and transitions appropriately
• Deliver presentations confidently using presentation tools
• Improve workplace communication through effective presentation design
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led training
Includes:
• Practical PowerPoint exercises
• Interactive demonstrations
• Workplace presentation examples
• Guided slide creation activities
Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar
Irish Legislation Supported
This training supports organisational responsibilities relating to:
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Workplace communication and employee information delivery obligations
• Accessibility and professional communication awareness within organisational environments
While Microsoft PowerPoint training is not a statutory legal requirement, effective workplace communication and information delivery support broader organisational compliance, training, and operational standards.
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training delivers practical workplace IT and professional development training focused on real organisational applications.
Our approach emphasises:
• Practical hands-on learning
• Real workplace presentation scenarios
• Professional communication standards
• Interactive instructor-led delivery
• Workplace productivity improvement
We position PowerPoint training as part of broader organisational communication and professional development — not simply software instruction.
FAQ's
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is suitable for beginners as well as individuals looking to improve existing PowerPoint skills.
Does the course include practical exercises?
Yes. Participants complete practical activities throughout the course to reinforce learning and presentation development skills.
Can the course be tailored to our organisation?
Yes. Training can be adapted to reflect organisational branding, presentation styles, and workplace requirements.
Is the course suitable for remote or hybrid workers?
Yes. PowerPoint skills are highly relevant for remote meetings, online presentations, and hybrid working environments.
Will participants learn how to create professional presentations?
Yes. The course focuses on creating clear, structured, and visually professional presentations suitable for workplace use.
