Contents
Rhetoric and communication
- Principles of rhetoric - delicate play with words.
- Communication tasks in controlling.
- From rhetoric to presentation.
- Entertainment vs. facts.
- Convince with recipient-oriented communication.
- Authentic communication is the key to success.
Presentation tasks in controlling
- Roles and tasks of controllers as presenters.
- AIDA - the formula for success.
- The targeted monologue.
- The four phases of the presentation: planning, preparation, implementation and follow-up.
- We present figures - what else?
- Present planning results, monthly reports, forecasts.
- Tips & tricks: What characterizes successful presentations?
- Create attention & excitement through variety.
Important aspects of controlling presentations
- Present figures convincingly.
- Presenting with a clear central theme.
- Consciously implementing less is more.
- Stay confident in difficult situations.
- Using the voice as a creative element.
- Presenting holistically: Body language as a means of expression.
- Stage fright - causes and solutions.
- Important aspects of visualization.
Media in the presentation
- Select suitable media.
- Does it always have to be PowerPoint or Excel?
- Using a flipchart correctly.
- Advantages and disadvantages of SMART boards.
- Presentation on the large screen.
- Convince through media mix.
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.
Your benefit
- They understand presentation and discussion management as an important and learnable task in controlling.
- They critically examine their own strengths and weaknesses in presentations.
- You will learn to structure and present complex issues clearly.
- You will sharpen your awareness of how to use speech and voice.
- They create their own security in such communication situations.
- They recognize targeted and recipient-oriented communication as central aspects of work in controlling.
- They practise basic methods and techniques for presenting figures.
- They can interpret body language (posture, gestures, facial expressions) and apply it in a targeted manner.
- They recognize ways to deal with difficult situations more effectively.
- They learn how to use presentation media appropriately for the situation as well as the importance of visualization and how to use it consciously.
- You will learn different forms of design for appealing presentations.
- You can also give convincing presentations spontaneously.
Methods
The content is based on a participant-oriented and process-oriented methodology. Theoretical impulses and presentations by the participants (with video feedback) alternate with interactive small group work, individual work by the participants and plenary discussions.
Recommended for
controllers, controllers controllers and managers from controlling, finance and accounting who want to critically examine and develop their presentation and discussion skills.
Further recommendations for "Presentation training for controllers"
Attendees comments
"The training was very informative and entertaining. Information and involvement of the participants alternated, everyone was pulled out of their comfort zone. This meant that the information could also be practiced in practice."

"The speaker's many tips and examples were particularly good. All participants were dealt with individually."

"Thank you for the inspiring and motivating training, during which I was able to take away a lot for my daily challenges, both professionally and privately."

"I got to know good approaches, new procedures and different techniques."

"The individual expectations were taken into account very well. There was a very pleasant working atmosphere."

"Very exciting and lively training. Mr. Botthof exceeded my expectations of the training . I felt very comfortable and well looked after. His feedback helped me. Thank you Mr. Botthof if you are reading this. I'll keep you in mind for my next presentation and try to implement your tips."

"There were lots of practical exercises with valuable feedback. The small group size was particularly valuable. I took a lot away with me and have already realized that the content will definitely help me move forward. Many thanks to Mr. Botthof!"

"I liked the top quality of the lecturer and the immediate improvement in skills."

Seminar evaluation for "Presentation training for controllers"







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Start dates and details

Thursday, 10.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 11.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 11.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 12.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

Wednesday, 26.11.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 27.11.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 18.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 19.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Monday, 15.06.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 16.06.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Thursday, 17.09.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 18.09.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.