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(39) HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE 

MASTER OF CEREMONIES

 

            KUALA LUMPUR   l    17 April 2009

             KUALA LUMPUR   l    17 July 2009

 

A 1-Day Hands-On Workshop to

Train Speakers/Amateurs to be Emcees

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The key objectives of this programme are to develop confidence and assertiveness in the role of a MC. Delegates will be well equipped with the knowledge and understanding of the duties and expectations of an MC.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

 

l The role of the Emcee

l Understanding social etiquette & protocol

l Fundamental techniques for remembering names and objects

l How to identify different toasts & toasting etiquette

l How to make effective introductions

l Identifying dress codes

l Body language & vocal quality

l Knowing how to receive and handle questions

l Pre-meeting planning and organisation

l How to reply to toasts and talks

l How to create a 'roast' with humour, wit and satire

l Thinking on your feet

l Taking the terror out of stage fright

l What to do and say when things go wrong

l What NOT to do or say

l Presenting awards with dignity and grace

l Using exhibits

l Making use of microphones, lecterns, lighting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FREE BOOK!

Each participant will receive a free copy of Mr Ernest Chen's best seller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COURSE SCHEDULE

Note: This schedule is a guide and may be modified depending on the group dynamics and the needs of the participants.

 

Morning Session (9.00–10.30am)

·        The Role of the Emcee

·        Social Etiquette & Protocol

·        Memory Training

 – Techniques for remembering names & objects

·        Different Types of Toasts

·        Practice the Toasts

 

Coffee Break (15 minutes)

 

Morning Session (10.45am–12.30pm)

·        Introducing Guests

·        Presentation Skills – Body language & Vocal Variety

·        Using Microphones, Lecterns, Lighting

·        Platform Manners

·        Exercise & Practice

 

Lunch Break  (12.30–1.30pm)

 

Afternoon Session (1.30–3.00pm)

·         Image and Appearance

·         Planning and pre-show briefing

·         Questions and Answers

·         Overcome Stage Fright

 

Tea Break (3.00pm – 3.15pm)

 

Afternoon Session (3.15-4.30pm)

·         Speaking in Praise

·         Words to Use for Award Presentations

·         Using Humour to Stimulate the Audience

·         Think on Your Feet

·         What to do and Say

·         What NOT to do and Say

COURSE METHODOLOGY
Talks, demonstrations, simulations, and role play.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Any person who has the responsibility of being an MC at formal functions, meetings, company events both formal and social, award ceremonies, etc.

 

YOUR EXPERT COURSE LEADER

Ernest Chen has over 20 years of marketing experience. He has managed conference and exhibitions businesses and has participated in many trade missions and international exhibitions.

He is also the author of the Bestseller – “Earnestly Speaking How To Succeed In Public Speaking

Ernest was the adjunct lecturer at the Export Institute of Singapore and has also conducted courses and seminars in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. More than 300 corporations and institutions have benefited from his training.

He is known as the father of toastmasters clubs in Singapore. He chartered the first community centre toastmasters club in 1988 and in 1992 started the world first Mandarin Toastmasters Club. He initiated the new PESA (Plain English Speaking Award) for students in 1997 and organized the World First Speech Marathon with 800 participants speaking for 36 hours continuously in May, 2000.

Ernest is a practitioner of NLP and Certified Teacher of Entrepreneurship (from NFTE, New York). He has a BA (economics) from University of Sydney and MBA from Andrews University.

COMMENTS FROM PAST ATTENDEES...

You are a passionate teacher and also a good motivator. Your lesson contents and
demonstrations are comprehensive. Your delivery ability exhibits traits of a great trainer. I would recommend this course to others.

Philip Ang - Master Golf Teaching Professional

Excellent course ! A very passionate speaker and a great teacher of public speaking.

Sam Rao - Bank Manager

The presenter is very knowledgeable.

Tengku Hairul Nizar - Universiti Kuala Lumpur

COURSE FEES

K Lumpur  RM845 per person

 

TEAM DISCOUNT (For organisations sending 3 or more participants)

K Lumpur  RM745 per person

 

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