Career-ready
Communication:
Speak, Write and Present with Confidence
2026
Semester 2
Are you preparing to enter the supply chain workforce and want to feel more confident communicating professionally?
Effective communication is a key professional skill, especially in the fast-paced world of supply chain. This ten-session course, designed for tertiary students, blends practical training with real-world supply chain context to help participants communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Course starts Tuesday 4th August and continues weekly for 10 sessions from 6-7pm
With small class sizes, engaging online sessions, and a focus on real workplace scenarios, participants will build practical communication skills, written and verbal, essential for transitioning from study to professional work.
Speak with confidence
and deliver engaging presentations
Write clearly and professionally to
make a strong impact
Build effective relationships through improved interpersonal communication
Present yourself with confidence and succeed
in interviews
Course Pricing
Student member
Student non- member
$880 *incl. GST
$979 *incl. GST
Limited places available, ASCLA members prioritised.
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Course Schedule
The course is delivered over ten one-hour online sessions, with participants expected to attend all sessions, have cameras on, and complete any required preparation.
Topic
Introduction, vocal foundations, overcoming fear/nerves & speaking with an accent
- Learn techniques to manage nerves and reduce public speaking anxiety
- Begin building vocal awareness for clarity and engagement
- Develop strategies to improve clarity when speaking with an accent
Activity
Impromptu Speaking
Topic
Storytelling & word choice
- Learn to select powerful, purposeful language for impact
- Develop the ability to create concise, memorable messages
- Understand how to make technical content in supply chain relatable
Activity
Ice Breaker speech – Group 1
Topic
Speech & Communication structure
- Understand how to craft a compelling introduction, body, and conclusion
- Improve audience engagement through clear transitions and flow
- Build a reusable framework for any future presentation
Activity
Ice Breaker speech – Group 2
Topic
Body Language – posture, gestures and facial expressions
- Learn to use posture, hand gestures, and facial expressions effectively
- Improve presence and engagement in virtual and in-person settings
- Increase self-awareness of distracting habits and how to correct them
Activity
Second speech – Group 1
Topic
Vocals – speed, pitch, volume & pauses
- Learn to use pauses strategically to reinforce key points
- Practice vocal variety to keep the audience engaged
- Improve articulation and pacing for professional communication
Activity
Second speech – Group 2
Topic
Students give an evaluated prepared speech, 5-7min duration
- Gain experience delivering a message under timed conditions
- Receive constructive feedback for growth and improvement
- Build confidence in public speaking through real practice
Activity
Prepared speech – Group 1
Topic
Effective interpersonal communications
- Develop techniques for managing difficult or high-stakes conversations
- Improve your ability to communicate clearly with peers, supervisors, and stakeholders
- Understand how to adapt communication style based on the audience
Activity
Prepared speech – Group 2
Topic
Vocals – speed, pitch, volume & pauses
- Learn to use pauses strategically to reinforce key points
- Practice vocal variety to keep the audience engaged
- Improve articulation and pacing for professional communication
Activity
Fourth speech – Group 1
Topic
Email and Report Writing with AI-Assisted Support
- Write clear, professional emails tailored to workplace scenarios
- Structure and format short reports relevant to supply chain contexts
- Use AI tools to assist with drafting, editing, and polishing email and report content
- Understand tone, audience, and purpose in written workplace communication
- Apply best practices for using AI ethically and effectively in business writing
Activity
Fourth speech – Group 2
Topic
Job Interview skills
- Build confidence in answering behavioural and situational interview questions
- Learn to use the STAR method for structured responses
- Practice delivering a clear, engaging elevator pitch
- Understand how to research, prepare, and present yourself in interviews
Activity
Small Group interview activity
Career-ready
Communication:
Speak, Write and Present with Confidence
Join our 10-week course for tertiary students preparing to enter the supply chain workforce. Sessions commence Tuesday 4th August: 6:00 - 7:00pm.
