Presentations are one the the most frequently used tools in the international business community. However, many professionals lack the skills and techniques to make their presentations truly compelling and interesting.

This course guides trainees through a step by step process for creating powerful presentations for any subject. This class is highly intensive and interactive, allowing students numerous opportunities to practice and hone their skills in a safe and comfortable environment.

Participants will learn how to create an engaging opener, a logical and dynamic presentation body, and a memorable and compelling conclusion. Students also will learn how to integrate effective visual aids, body, and language gestures. Participants will also focus on improving their use of vocal tone, stress, intonation, and pauses to captivate their audiences.

One of the most important qualities an individual can posses is the ability to build rapport quickly and easily with anyone. Unfortunately, few people really know or understand how to effectively build connections with people. Learning the skills and techniques to build rapport will greatly improve one’s social and professional life.

This training program explores the knowledge and skills necessary for building rapport and establishing trust with people. This course is highly interactive and provides numerous opportunities for participants to practice and utilize their skills.

Trainees will discover how to project confidence and comfort with body language and facial expressions, and learn how to read other people. In addition, participants will practice various methods for starting and engaging in conversations.

Negotiating is one of the most important and frequently used skills in the professional world, as well as day-to-day life. Oxford Associates’ Negotiating Seminar teaches skills and techniques to generate beneficial negotiation outcomes within any industry.

Through a variety of hands-on activities, trainees analyze and utilize strategies and techniques for generating successful negotiations. This seminar explores such aspects as Western vs Chinese negotiating styles, distributive vs integrative negotiations, and concessions.

Participants will learn effective negotiating tips and tactics, study ways to increase their BATNA, and learn how to identify and counter various ploys. Using in-depth case studies, role plays, and other interactive activities, trainees will practice perfecting their negotiation skills in a safe and comfortable environment.

Nearly all professions within the realm of international business require writing. However, many professionals lack the skills and knowledge to meet todays global writing standard. Improved writing skills can greatly affect many aspects of your organization.

In this intensive course, students will participate in a variety or writing activities. Exercises include speed writing, writing analysis, logical structuring, and proofreading. Time will also be allocated for grammar, capitalization, and punctuation review.

Everyday, in every industry, business professionals are faced with a multitude of problems that need urgent action and solutions. Our seminar is designed to help business professionals who would like to improve their problem solving skills. Participants will be introduced to various methods for approaching and solving any business problem that might arise. Attendees will learn how to analyze data objectively, form conclusions using linear logic, and select the best options available with the given information.