An Intensive 5-day Training Course
The Art of Advanced Communication
Communication, Persuasion and Influence
Course Introduction
The ability to plan and execute high-quality communication strategies is a critical skill for today’s leaders and managers. Effective communication is a core competency that enhances managerial effectiveness and plays a crucial role in an organization’s ongoing success. In a fast-paced, technology-driven world, leaders must not only be skilled at delivering messages—they must ensure their messages are understood quickly and accurately.
True communication starts with self-awareness and understanding how one’s own communication style impacts others. This Advanced Communication skills training emphasizes these foundational principles of effective communication, guiding participants to recognize individual differences and how messages are perceived by diverse audiences. The training course also underscores the importance of cultivating both personal communication skills and a positive, proactive approach to communication in professional settings.
Key highlights of this communication skills training course include:
- Strategic planning and choosing the appropriate communication method
- Combining creativity with a structured approach to message delivery
- Enhancing self-awareness of personal communication style
- Skills for reading others and managing audience perceptions
- Mastering effective presentation techniques
- Delivering clear, compelling messages with confidence
Objectives
Through this Communication Skills Training Course, participants will gain:
- A solid understanding of planning and executing effective communication strategies
- Enhanced awareness of their personal communication style
- Skills to interpret and adjust to feedback and non-verbal cues
- Improved abilities in presenting, questioning, listening, and observing
- Practical experience and confidence in delivering impactful communications
Training Methodology
This contemporary, interactive Oxford training Course entitled, The Art of Advanced Communication will challenge and educate delegates, using a broad realm of techniques such as tutor input, discussions, case studies and examples, real-play feedback sessions, video input and relevant personal communication challenges.
Organisational Impact
The organisation can expect delegates to:
- Return with increased confidence and enhanced skills for presenting and communicating effectively with both individuals and groups
- Implement a consistent and reliable communication approach across the company
- Show greater willingness to share information and data in both one-on-one and group settings
- Actively seek opportunities to practice their skills and share valuable communication techniques with colleagues
Personal Impact
Delegates attending this communication skills training course will:
- Acquire the knowledge and skills needed to craft communications that deliver messages in a compelling and engaging way
- Master techniques to overcome nervousness, captivate an audience, and build strong rapport
- Gain a clear, step-by-step understanding of how to prepare and deliver successful communications effectively
Course Outline
- Types of Communication
- Your Role and Beliefs when Communicating
- Reading People
- Developing Your Awareness
- Self-awareness and Emotional Intelligence
- Communication Styles
- Para-language
- Positive and Negative Language
- Giving & Receiving Feedback
- The Range of Non-Verbal Communications
- Body Language
- Communicating in Meetings
- Written Communications Outlined
- Preparing to Present
- Planning What to Say (and what not to)
- Changing Your Emotional State for Success
- Presentation Practice and Feedback
- A Model of Persuasion - Push vs. Pull
- Understanding Conflict and Its Positions
- Cross Cultural Communication
- Planning to Make a Difference
Certificate
Oxford Management Centre Certificate will be provided to delegates who successfully completed the training course.