Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: COMM5469C
Course Title: Make Presentations
School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4413 - Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Course Contact: Nick Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0791
Course Contact Email: nick.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Gail Scowcroft
gail.scowcroft@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 30
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review presentations for target audiences.
This unit applies to individuals who may be expected to make presentations for a range of purposes, such as marketing, training and promotions. They contribute well developed communication skills in presenting a range of concepts and ideas.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBCMM411 Make Presentations |
Element: |
1. Prepare presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Plan presentation approach and intended outcomes 1.2 Identify target audience, location and resources requirements 1.3 Select presentation strategies, format and delivery methods according to presentation requirements 1.4 Select techniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness |
Element: |
2. Deliver presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Summarise key concepts and ideas and present to target audience 2.2 Provide opportunity for audience to seek clarification on presentation information 2.3 Confirm target audience understand key concepts and ideas, and that identified presentation objectives have been achieved |
Element: |
3. Review presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Evaluate effectiveness of the presentation 3.2 Seek and discuss feedback and any reactions to the presentation from participants and relevant stakeholders 3.3 Make changes to presentation based on feedback received |
Learning Outcomes
This course is structured to provide students with the optimum learning experience in order to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review a presentation to a target audience.
Details of Learning Activities
This course is structured to provide you with the optimum learning experience. A range of learning activities are provided during the semester and are designed to enhance learning and understanding of the topics.
You will participate in a combination of group and individual learning activities. These activities will be provided through classroom work time and additional learning activities will be provided for you to complete outside of the scheduled class time.
A range of in-class activities, case studies and independent research are included as the learning activities for this course. We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.
The learning activities will also include group discussions, group problem-solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated workplace environment.
Teaching Schedule
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Course Schedule: Comm5469C Make Presentations. This course is co-delivered with COMM5470C Articulate, debate and present ideas | ||
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Week |
Topic |
Assessment |
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1 |
Introduction and overview of course Expectations and assessment details |
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2 |
The art of debating. Why is it important? |
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3 |
The art of debating Practice debating in class, articulating and working in teams. |
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4 |
In class workshop Using language and non-verbal communication |
Preparation for AT1 activity upload |
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5 |
Using persuasive techniques Rules for the debate ( organisational framework) |
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6 |
Groups for debating. What not to do The five P's of effective communication Overcoming obstacles |
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7 |
Complete assessment task in class and upload to Canvas |
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8 |
Final tips for your debate: practice makes perfect |
Assessment 1 Part A |
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Group debate and review. AT 1 B
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Assessment 1 Part B in class Part B Written reflection due |
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10 |
Introduction to presentations. (Types of presentations & Structure) |
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11 |
The Power of Persuasion. Using persuasive techniques # 1 |
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12 |
Make a Presentation #2 (Process and Finer Skills) Assessment 2 Workshop |
Assessment Task 2 Part A due
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13 |
Individual presentation preparation-AT2 |
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14 |
Presentation delivery |
Assessment 2 Part B delivery & C review |
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15 |
Presentations delivery |
Assessment 2 Part B delivery & C review |
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16 |
Resubmission notification /catch ups /one on ones |
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17 |
Resubmissions only if required |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
All resources will be available in Canvas.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of the requirements in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks, for example:
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
- review of final printed documents
- demonstration of techniques
- observation of presentations
- oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of software applications
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- prepare and deliver at least two different presentations.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
- use aids and materials to support the presentation
- select and implement methods to review the effectiveness of presentation and document suggested improvements.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- information collection methods that support review and feedback of presentations
- organisational and legislative obligations and requirements relevant to presentations
- structure of presentations according to intended outcomes
- principles of effective communication including:
- persuasive communication techniques
- verbal and non-verbal communication
- presentation methods
- different aids, materials and techniques that can be used for presentations.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1
This is the first of two (2) assessment tasks you must complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. Completing this assessment task allows you to demonstrate your skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using a range of techniques to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.
Assessment will be based upon elements including:
· Ability to distil key themes, messages and positions
· Clarity of message
· Effective Communication
· Ability to present ideas
· How well the debating group can respond to arguments.
· Being able to construct a logical argument and communicate it within a constrained time frame
Part A- Answer questions
Part B- Group debate and Reflection
Assessment 2
You will be required to demonstrate your presentation skills. This assessment task has been designed to
allow you to work individually and in teams to prepare and deliver a professional presentation, as well as
the experience of delivering the presentation to your peers.
Assessment Instructions
This task is divided into three (3) parts as follows:
Part A - Prepare presentation
Part B - Deliver presentation including Presentation slides
Part C - Review the presentation
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix that maps all the assessment is available on CANVAS.
Submission Requirements
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
- Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
- When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
- Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Other Information
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information:
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information:
Resubmissions:
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
Marking Guide (Competency):
Feedback on your assignment and your results will be released via the rubric on Canvas. Assessment tasks will receive the following outcomes:
Satisfactory
Not Satisfactory
DNS (Did not Submit)
There are 2 assessments for this course, students must be deemed satisfactory in all assessments to be competent in this course.
Course grades will be given as:
CA (Competency Achieved)
NYC (Not Yet Competent)
DNS (Did not submit)
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
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