English for Business Presentations

Course content:

In today’s global world, increasingly, there is the need to communicate information in English to an international audience. It is important to be able to communicate formally in English, in a way which is clear, well- structured, and persuasive. Making effective presentations in English has become an invaluable skill. The course English for Business Presentations purposes is intended for students and professionals who need to present information in English and wish to do so more effectively and convincingly.

Learning outcomes:

  • To provide the skills and techniques necessary to prepare and deliver effective business presentations.
  • To plan and deliver a persuasive presentation.
  • To structure participants’ own presentations with real examples and tips.
  • To understand how audiences listen and respond to presentations.
  • To follow prompts that help participants reflect, evaluate, and learn from experience.

Objectives:

The English for Business Presentations course is designed to present students to techniques used to create and deliver effective presentations to different types of audiences. Participants are given the opportunity to explore and practice presentation techniques throughout the course and gain perception into producing effective presentations at each stage of the presentation development process. Participants are also given the opportunity to practice, apply, and develop presentation skills through the completion of hands-on tasks and exercises found throughout each unit.

Teaching language: English

1. Mode of delivery: Online – Synchronous / Asynchronous

2. Learning resources and tools: All the materials needed for the course will be provided to the student by the trainers (videos, worksheets,…); Moodle, Zoom, Miro, Padlet, Microsoft teams, etc.

Units:

  1. General Introduction to Business Presentations
  2. Planning and Setting Objectives; Knowing Your Audience and Environment; Doing the Research; Time Management Tips; Presentation Preparation Checklist
  3. Visualizing and Creating Structure; Effective Openings, Closings, and Transitions; Using Presentation Aids Effectively
  4. Using Language Effectively; Adding Dimension and Personality; Training for Success; Overcoming Fear and Nervousness
  5. Tips for Effective Delivery; Capturing and Maintaining Listeners’ Attention; Managing Questions and Objectives; Conclusion and Wrap-Up

Timetable:

Live sessions every two Tuesdays from 10 Feb to 14 Apr 2026 (11:00-13:00 CET)

  • EUNICE student: enrolled as a student (Bachelor or Master) in one of the universities of EUNICE European University consortium (check universities here).
  • English level: B2

Study Level: Bachelor, Master

  • Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
  • Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
  • The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
  • Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

  • BTU students: for questions about enrolment and recognition at your university, you can visit this website.
  • UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr
  • UoP students: for questions about enrolment and recognition please consult  the responsible person at your university (Director of Studies or ECTS coordinator) or contact eunice@go.uop.gr
  • IPV students: for questions about enrolment and recognition, please contact rafaela.silva@sc.ipv.pt

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition?  Contact your EUNICE courses coordinator.

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Speak with confidence, present with impact: harness the power of presentations for bsiness success!

Study Level
Bachelor, Master
Applications deadline
15 January 2026
Dates
2 February - 30 April, 2026

Live sessions every two Tuesdays from 10 Feb to 14 Apr 2026 (11:00-13:00 CET)

Accreditation
2 ECTS
Mode
Online live