Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint

Building Polished, Professional Presentations

Platform:

Online

In-class

Revised and Updated: 07 October 2026

Date	Venue	Duration
09 - 10 November 2026	Live/Online	2 Days
07 - 08 December 2026	Sandton, Gauteng	2 Days
10 - 11 February 2027	Live/Online	2 Days

Course Introduction

This Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course builds on basic presentation skills, equipping participants to design, refine, and deliver polished, professional presentations. Through hands-on exercises, participants learn to work efficiently with slide masters and themes, enrich slides with tables, charts, SmartArt, and media, add transitions and animation, and prepare a presentation for confident, well-organised delivery.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course, participants will be able to:

Apply and customise Slide Masters, themes, and templates for a consistent, professional look

Insert and format tables, charts, and SmartArt to present information clearly

Insert, edit, and manage images, audio, and video within a presentation

Apply slide transitions and animations purposefully, without distracting from the message

Add hyperlinks and action buttons to build interactive or non-linear presentations

Review and collaborate on presentations using comments and the comparison tools

Prepare and rehearse a presentation using Presenter View, slide timings, and presenter notes

Export, print, and share presentations in the format best suited to the audience

Who should attend?

Business Professionals

Educators and Facilitators

Students

Marketing Professionals

Consultants

Anyone who has completed a Basic PowerPoint course, or who regularly builds presentations and wants to work more efficiently and professionally

Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Day 1 — Design Consistency and Enriching Content

Module 1: Slide Masters, Themes, and Templates

Working with the Slide Master to apply consistent formatting across a presentation
Customising themes, colours, and fonts
Creating and reusing a custom presentation template

Practical Exercise

Build a branded slide master and template for a sample presentation

Module 2: Tables, Charts, and SmartArt

Inserting and formatting tables for clear data presentation
Creating and customising charts, including linking to Excel data
Using SmartArt to visualise processes, hierarchies, and relationships

Module 3: Working with Images, Audio, and Video

Inserting, formatting, and compressing images
Adding and trimming audio and video clips
Setting playback options for media

Practical Exercise

Enhance a sample presentation using images, SmartArt, and embedded media

Day 2 — Motion, Interactivity, Collaboration, and Delivery

Module 4: Transitions and Animations

Applying and customising slide transitions
Animating text and objects using entrance, emphasis, and exit effects
Using the Animation Pane to sequence and time multiple effects

Module 5: Hyperlinks and Action Buttons

Adding hyperlinks to other slides, files, and web addresses
Using action buttons to build a non-linear or interactive presentation

Module 6: Reviewing and Collaborating on Presentations

Adding and managing comments
Comparing and merging different versions of a presentation

Module 7: Preparing, Delivering, and Sharing Presentations

Using Presenter View and presenter notes
Rehearsing and recording slide timings
Exporting a presentation to PDF or video
Printing slides and handouts in the appropriate layout

Practical Exercise

Rehearse and deliver a short section of a sample presentation using Presenter View

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FAQs – Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint

Master intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint skills, learning effective slide design, formatting techniques, visual elements, charts and tables, animations, transitions, presentation organisation, and techniques for creating professional and engaging presentations.

What topics are covered in the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course?

The course covers slide layout customization, working with SmartArt and diagrams, formatting visual elements, inserting and editing audio and video, using animations and slide transitions, working with tables and charts, and delivering polished slide shows.

Who should attend the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course?

This course is designed for administrative staff, team leaders, project coordinators, sales representatives, and professionals who have basic PowerPoint knowledge and want to create visually engaging and professional presentations.

What skills will delegates develop through the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course?

Delegates develop practical skills in converting text into dynamic visual graphics, structuring slide layouts effectively, embedding media seamlessly, applying subtle animations for emphasis, and presenting data clearly using charts and tables.

How long does the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course take to complete?

The course is delivered as a focused short-course programme, with the duration determined by the scheduled programme and the specific training requirements of the organisation.

Is the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course suitable for users transition from basic slide creation?

Yes. The course builds directly on basic PowerPoint knowledge, moving beyond simple text slides to help delegates design visually compelling, structured, and interactive presentation content.

Can Prospen Africa deliver the Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint course in-house?

Yes. Prospen Africa can customise the course around your organisation's brand guidelines, corporate slide templates, and specific presentation requirements.

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