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BSBCMM401
Make a presentation

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review a presentation to a target audience.

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.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Prepare a presentation

1.1 Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes

1.2 Choosepresentation strategies, format and delivery methodsthat match thecharacteristicsof the target audience, location, resources and personnel needed

1.3 Selectpresentation aids, materialsandtechniquesthat suit the format and purpose of the presentation, and will enhance audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas

1.4 Brief others involved in the presentation on their roles/responsibilities within the presentation

1.5 Selecttechniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness

2 Deliver a presentation

2.1 Explain and discuss desired outcomes of the presentation with the target audience

2.2 Use presentation aids, materials and examples to support target audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas

2.3 Monitor non-verbal and verbal communication of participants to promote attainment of presentation outcomes

2.4 Use persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest

2.5 Provide opportunities for participants to seek clarification on central ideas and concepts, and adjust the presentation to meet participant needs and preferences

2.6 Summarise key concepts and ideas at strategic points to facilitate participant understanding

3 Review the presentation

3.1 Implementtechniques to review the effectivenessof the presentation

3.2 Seek and discuss reactions to the presentation from participants or from key personnel involved in the presentation

3.3 Utilise feedback from the audience or from key personnel involved in the presentation to make changes to central ideas presented


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Prepare a presentation

1.1 Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes

1.2 Choosepresentation strategies, format and delivery methodsthat match thecharacteristicsof the target audience, location, resources and personnel needed

1.3 Selectpresentation aids, materialsandtechniquesthat suit the format and purpose of the presentation, and will enhance audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas

1.4 Brief others involved in the presentation on their roles/responsibilities within the presentation

1.5 Selecttechniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness

2 Deliver a presentation

2.1 Explain and discuss desired outcomes of the presentation with the target audience

2.2 Use presentation aids, materials and examples to support target audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas

2.3 Monitor non-verbal and verbal communication of participants to promote attainment of presentation outcomes

2.4 Use persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest

2.5 Provide opportunities for participants to seek clarification on central ideas and concepts, and adjust the presentation to meet participant needs and preferences

2.6 Summarise key concepts and ideas at strategic points to facilitate participant understanding

3 Review the presentation

3.1 Implementtechniques to review the effectivenessof the presentation

3.2 Seek and discuss reactions to the presentation from participants or from key personnel involved in the presentation

3.3 Utilise feedback from the audience or from key personnel involved in the presentation to make changes to central ideas presented

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes 
Choosepresentation strategies, format and delivery methodsthat match thecharacteristicsof the target audience, location, resources and personnel needed 
Selectpresentation aids, materialsandtechniquesthat suit the format and purpose of the presentation, and will enhance audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas 
Brief others involved in the presentation on their roles/responsibilities within the presentation 
Selecttechniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness 
Explain and discuss desired outcomes of the presentation with the target audience 
Use presentation aids, materials and examples to support target audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas 
Monitor non-verbal and verbal communication of participants to promote attainment of presentation outcomes 
Use persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest 
Provide opportunities for participants to seek clarification on central ideas and concepts, and adjust the presentation to meet participant needs and preferences 
Summarise key concepts and ideas at strategic points to facilitate participant understanding 
Implementtechniques to review the effectivenessof the presentation 
Seek and discuss reactions to the presentation from participants or from key personnel involved in the presentation 
Utilise feedback from the audience or from key personnel involved in the presentation to make changes to central ideas presented 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

BSBCMM401 - Make a presentation
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