Microsoft PowerPoint Part 1: Foundations

Microsoft PowerPoint Part 1: Presentation Fundamentals is an introductory-level course designed to help learners create clear, engaging, and visually compelling presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint 2021. This course introduces the core features and tools needed to organize content, enhance it with impactful visuals, and deliver presentations confidently. Participants learn how to build presentations from scratch, format text, incorporate multimedia and graphical elements, apply animations and transitions, and prepare presentations for delivery. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to create professional-quality presentations that effectively communicate ideas to modern, fast-paced audiences.

• Navigate the PowerPoint interface and use essential tools and views
• Create, save, and manage PowerPoint presentations
• Develop presentations by adding, editing, and organizing slides
• Format text to improve readability and visual appeal
• Insert and arrange images, shapes, SmartArt, icons, stock media, and 3D models
• Modify and format graphical elements for consistency and impact
• Apply animations and transitions to enhance presentation flow
• Review, print, export, and prepare presentations for delivery
• Deliver presentations confidently using PowerPoint presentation tools

• Professionals who create or deliver presentations as part of their role
• Students and office staff new to Microsoft PowerPoint
• Business users, educators, and team members presenting information to others
• Anyone seeking foundational skills in creating engaging multimedia presentations

• General end-user computer skills
• Familiarity with the Windows operating system
• Ability to start and close programs
• Experience locating and managing files and folders
• Ability to access websites using a web browser