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Business & Management Leadership Development

Certificate for Module (Enhancing Business Communication and Public Speaking Skills Through Theatre and Stage Voice Training)
證書(單元 : 從劇院和舞台演說訓練提升商業溝通及公開演講技巧)

Course Code
MS160A
Application Code
2250-MS160A

Credit
12
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
07 Oct 2024 (Mon)
Next intake(s)
OCT 2024
Duration
36 hours
Language
English
Course Fee
HKD 4,800
Deadline on 01 Oct 2024 (Tue)
Enquiries
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Highlights

The ability to communicate and speak well in front of an audience is critical for personal and business success.
 
This programme aims to develop the skills of students in business communication and public speaking through theatre-based activities and role plays. It offers an innovative approach to achieve holistic communication through the use of physical body movement, language use and voice control.

The programme is designed to be hands-on and experiential, offering ample opportunity for students to practice and apply what they learn. At the end of the programme, students will have developed enhanced self-confidence in public speaking as well as improved ability to communicate effectively.  
 

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

On completion of the programme, students should be able to


1. identify the challenges and opportunities of public speaking and business communication, 

2.  improve self-awareness, body language and voice through techniques used in theatre and stage training, 

3.  manage unexpected scenarios when speaking to an audience through techniques used by performing artists, 

4.  engage and connect with the audience in a persuasive manner. 

Programme Details

In this 36 hours programme, the following topics will be covered:

  • Challenges and opportunities in public speaking and business communication
  • Fears, self-awareness and building self-confidence  
  • Body language: Poise / posture  
  • Body language: Gestures and facial expressions  
  • Voice work 
  • Engaging emotions 
  • Connecting with the audience  
  • Improvisational drama 
  • Final “on-stage” techniques

ASSESSMENTS

  • Individual public speaking delivery
  • Individual assignment
  • 70% attendance requirement

AWARD

Upon successful completion of all assessment, students will be awarded a 'Certificate for Module (Enhancing Business Communication and Public Speaking Skills Through Theatre and Stage Voice Training)' within the HKU system through HKU SPACE. 

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Days / Time
  • Sunday, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Class Details

Face-to-face classroom teaching.

Total 36 lecture hours.

Every Monday (7:00pm - 10:00pm) for 12 sessions. 

HKU SPACE reserves the right to make necessary changes without prior notice.

Fee

Course Fee
  • HKD 4,800

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

 

(A) have gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 2 in 5 subjects including English Language;

OR

(B) (i) have gained in HKCEE Grade E in 4 subjects and Level 2 in English Language* and

(ii) one A-level pass or two AS-level passes in any subject or other equivalent;

 

Applicants who are aged 21 and above with at least 3 years work experience will be considered on individual merit.

 

*With effect from 2007, HKU SPACE recognises Grade E previously awarded for English Language (Syllabus B) (grade C in the case of Syllabus A) at HKCEE as an acceptable alternative to Level 2 in this subject at HKCEE.

 

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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