Advanced Public Speaking for Adults – Large Group Cohort

Course Overview

The Advanced Public Speaking for Adults – Large Group Cohort programme empowers speakers to elevate their public speaking skills and captivate audiences with confidence and charisma. While many people can speak in public, only a few can master the techniques that leave a lasting impact. This programme helps learners hone these skills through group-based activities, discussions and practice in a collaborative environment.

The programme applies the 4 Ps of Presentation – Plan, Prepare, Practise and Present – with an emphasis on persuasive messaging, audience engagement and advanced delivery techniques. Learners will refine their vocal variety, body language and storytelling skills to engage their audiences effectively.

Course Description

This course equips learners with advanced public speaking skills through collaborative learning and peer feedback. Learners will deepen their understanding of audience analysis, persuasive content creation and advanced speech structuring techniques, such as Monroe’s Motivated Sequence and problem-solution patterns.

Group-based activities and role-plays will provide opportunities to practise delivery and receive constructive feedback. Learners will also gain confidence in impromptu speaking and learn techniques to overcome nervousness and stay composed during high-stake presentations.

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

Plan and craft persuasive speeches effectively

• Assess audience needs and structure content to address objections and interests.
• Apply advanced organisational patterns to craft convincing and engaging content.

Master persuasive speaking techniques and vocal variety

• Use vocal variety to maintain audience interest through changes in tone, pace and volume.
• Craft compelling arguments that resonate with different types of audiences.

Practise and receive constructive feedback

• Engage in group practice sessions and role-plays to refine delivery techniques.
• Participate in mock presentations and incorporate feedback from instructors and peers.

Develop impromptu speaking confidence

• Apply tips and strategies for thinking on your feet in impromptu situations.
• Manage nervousness by focusing on audience engagement and maintaining composure.

Engage and captivate diverse audiences

• Use effective body language, gestures and pacing to maintain audience interest.
• Adapt to different audience dynamics to deliver memorable and impactful presentations.

Course Format and Structure

• Group Size: 30 learners
• Duration: 8 hours over 4 weeks, with 2 lessons per week
• Ideal For: Learners who thrive in a dynamic group environment and benefit from peer interaction and feedback.

Learning Methodology

Our Large Group Cohort Programme promotes interactive and experiential learning through:

Group simulations and persuasive speaking scenarios

• Participate in advanced role-plays to practise persuasive speaking techniques.
• Apply the 4 Ps – Plan, Prepare, Practise and Present – in dynamic group settings.

Application of advanced speech structures

• Explore advanced structural patterns, such as Monroe’s Motivated Sequence and problem-solution models.
• Develop and present content designed to engage and persuade diverse audiences.

Constructive feedback from instructors and peers

• Receive feedback from both peers and instructors to refine delivery and content.
• Apply feedback to improve stage presence, speech clarity and audience connection.