Microsoft Powerpoint Training Course

FAQs

• Whats the best way to learn PowerPoint?

  There are many ways to learn PowerPoint; videos, self-paced courses, user guides, AI tools, and books. While these can be useful, the most effective learning comes from hands-on practice with guidance.

  This 1-day PowerPoint Essentials course lets you apply techniques directly to your own presentations, get personal feedback from an expert trainer, and solve any challenges as you go.

  You’ll also receive detailed course notes and 3 months of email support, so you can continue refining your skills after the course.

• How long is this course

  This is a 1 day course. Running from 9:30 am to 4/4:30 pm. 

• Will I receive a certificate?

  Yes, all participants receive an M Training certificate of completion. This can be used for CPD records or as evidence of professional development in training skills.

• Can I pay by invoice / PO?

  Yes. We provide an invoice for every booking. This will be emailed to you once the booking has been made, it contains our bank details, for payment by Bank transfer, along with a link to make payment Online with a credit or debit card.

  If you require to set us up as a supplier, that is fine, just let us know and we can provide you with all the information you need.

• What's the difference between Private & Public Courses?

  Public courses are scheduled and open for anyone to book on to. There is a maximum of 6 delegates on our public course to ensure that everyone receives tailored training.

  Private Courses are courses that are arranged specifically for individuals or groups, no one else can book on to these courses. Private course content can be tailored to suit your requirements

• Where are the courses held?

  This course is run in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Online.

• Where in Manchester is this course held?

  All our courses in are run from 9.30 am to 4.00 pm at our head office:

  Manchester Science Park
  Pencroft Way
  Manchester
  M15 6LR

  Public Transport/Parking:

  The closest public park is Manchester Science Park Visitor Car Park or Cecil Street Car Park - 5 min walk

  Manchester Oxford Road Train Station - 15 min walk

  Manchester Piccadilly Train Station - 30 min walk

  Access

  Please let us know in advance if you have any mobility issues and will need any assistance. Disabled parking is provided.

  More Information about our Manchester training courses, along with a map, can be found on our Manchester Training Page

• Where in Leeds is this course held?

  Our public courses in Leeds  are usually held at:

  West Village,
  100 Wellington Street,
  Leeds,
  LS1 4LT

  (venue subject to change)

   

  Public Transport /Parking:
  There are a few public car parks close to the venue, the nearest is Wellington Street Multi-Story Car Park.

  The venue is also only a 15 minute walk from Leeds Train Station.

  More Information about our Leeds training courses, along with a map, can be found on our Leeds Training page

• Where in Liverpool is the course held?

  The course in Liverpool is usually held at:

  The Plaza
  100 Hall Street 
  Liverpool
  L3 9QJ

  (subject to change)

   

  Parking

  There are several public car parks close to The Plaza.

  The closest are:

  St Paul’s Square Car Park: 0.02 Miles ~ 1 Minute Walk 

  NCP Liverpool Pall Mall Car Park: 0.2 Miles ~ 4 Minute Walk

   

  Public Transport

  We encourage all delegates to use public transport where possible.

  The Plaza is a 20 minute walk from Lime Street Station and a 4 minute walk from Moorfields train station.

• Where in Birmingham is the course is the course held?

  M Training Courses in Birmingham are usually held at:

  Cornwall Buildings
  45 Newhall Street
  Birmingham
  B3 2DF

  (subject to change)

  There are several public car parks close to Cornwall Buildings.

  The closest are:

  Euro Car Parks (Lionel Street): 0.2 Miles ~ 3 Minute Walk

  Snow Hill Station Car Park: 0.2 Miles ~ 4 Minute Walk

  Ludgate Car Park (Lionel Street): 0.2 Miles ~ 5 Minute Walk

   

  Public Transport

  We encourage all delegates to use public transport where possible.

  Cornwall buildings are located close to:

  Birmingham New Street Station: 0.4 Miles ~ 8 Minute Walk

  Birmingham Snow Hill Station: 0.2 Miles ~ 4 Minute Walk

   

• How do the Online courses work?

  The Online courses are run on Zoom.

  You will be sent a link to join the training session the day before the course along with any course materials needed.

  The courses run from 9:30 am to 4/4:30 pm and follow the same course outline as the classroom courses and you will be able to interact with the trainer and group and ask questions.

  Because we limit the number of delegates to a maximum of 6 on our public courses specific timings are flexible, but generally, the day will run as follows:

  9.20 am | Sign in

  9.30 am | Start - First session

  11.00 am | 15 min break

  11.15 am |  Second session

  12.30 pm  | 30 min break

  1.00 pm  | Third session

  2.15 pm | 15 min break

  2.30 pm | Fourth session

  3.50 pm | Finish & Q&A

  4.30pm | End

  Find out more about how our online courses work on the Online Courses Page

• What’s the best way to learn PowerPoint for work or business use?

  The most effective learning comes from hands-on practice with real workplace scenarios.

  This 1-day PowerPoint Essentials course guides you through creating presentations for meetings, reports, or client pitches, giving you structured exercises and expert tips you can apply immediately.

• How can I create PowerPoint presentations faster without them looking basic?

  Using templates, master slides, and efficient formatting tools can save hours when building presentations.

  This PowerPoint Essentials course teaches practical techniques and shortcuts so you can create polished, professional slides more quickly, even under tight deadlines.

• How can I make my slides look professional without being a designer?

  Professional-looking slides follow clear structure, consistent formatting, and visual hierarchy.

  This course focuses on applying practical design principles in PowerPoint such as layouts, charts, images, and SmartArt. So even non-designers can produce engaging, high-quality presentations.

• When should I choose an Advanced PowerPoint course instead?

  If you already create well-structured, professional presentations and want to work with complex animations, automation, or advanced features, the Advanced PowerPoint course is the next step.

  The Essentials course focuses on improving presentation efficiency, clarity, and visual impact.