About This Course

The Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint course is for first-time or potential users with a working knowledge of Windows. Delegates will learn to create and format slides, add charts, tables, and graphics, apply templates and slide masters, and enhance presentations with transitions and animations. By the end of the course, participants will be able to produce clear, engaging, and professional presentations.

Prerequisites: No previous PowerPoint experience is required. Delegates should have a working knowledge of Windows, including opening files, navigating menus and using basic Microsoft Office-style tools.

Course Outline

During this course, participants will build the skills and confidence to design, format, and deliver polished, professional PowerPoint presentations from scratch.

  • Exploring the PowerPoint Environment — Navigate PowerPoint’s interface and customise the Quick Access Toolbar to streamline your workflow.
  • File Management and Design Setup — Create new presentations, reuse slides, adjust page layouts and orientations, preview and print slides, and apply professional design themes.
  • Working with Text Slides — Use title and content placeholders effectively, create and format bulleted or numbered lists, adjust text attributes, and refine slide layout using rulers, gridlines, and guides.
  • Creating and Formatting Charts — Insert and edit charts using datasheets, change chart types, apply formatting, and integrate charts from Excel to visually present data.
  • Inserting and Formatting Tables — Insert tables, modify layout and formatting with borders and shading, and import tables from Word or Excel to display structured information clearly.
  • Working with Objects and Graphics — Insert and manage images, icons, SmartArt, and videos; create and format shapes, align and group objects, and apply colour, transparency, and merge effects for custom graphics.
  • Working with Views and Masters — Use Normal, Notes, and Slide Sorter views to manage slides and edit Masters for custom layouts and placeholders.
  • Creating and Delivering Slide Shows — Develop engaging slide shows using timings, transitions, and animations — including motion paths and emphasis effects — to create smooth, dynamic presentations.

Who should attend

This course is ideal for anyone new to Microsoft PowerPoint, or those who have used it occasionally and want to build their confidence and skills. It is suited to professionals across all industries who need to create clear, well-structured presentations as part of their role — whether for internal meetings, client-facing work, or training purposes.

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Learning Outcomes

  • Create professional, high-impact presentations efficiently and effectively.
  • Integrate and format text, bullets, charts, tables, and graphics for clear communication.
  • Design and insert organisational charts and SmartArt to illustrate concepts visually.
  • Apply templates and customise slide masters to maintain a consistent presentation style.
  • Run engaging slide shows using transitions, builds, and animation effects for dynamic delivery.

Course Reviews

Excel Intermediate

Course was one of the best I have ever attended in professional development and will make me more efficient

Anon
Asmodee UK
June 15, 2026

Excel Intermediate

I was amazed by Tony's knowledge and his ability to convey things concisely and clearly. I really enjoyed the course and am confident in my ability to apply some of the knowledge to my day to day work which is what I wanted to get out of it.

Anon
Crown Agents Bank
June 11, 2026

Excel Introduction

Excel - Gary help me loads with a spreadsheet I had! I’ll book onto the intermediate

Anon
Wessex Water
June 2, 2026

Excel

Gary made the information very attainable, it was good we could do the work alongside him.

Anon
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council
June 2, 2026

Excel Advanced

Tony Barrett is highly knowledgeable in Excel and was able to explain each concept in a way that made it easy for me to understand how to apply it directly to my role.

Anon
CWG
June 16, 2026

PowerPoint

Great course, Louise, great to learn small everyday skills to help speed up

Anon
Stellantis
June 16, 2026

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