Register NOW for BGF 24th EFFECTIVE SPEAKING COURSE 2010

24th EFFECTIVE SPEAKING COURSE 2010
A Professional Training and Development Programme by Buddhist Gem Fellowship (BGF)

Objective: To train Buddhists in the field of public speaking

Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Speak effectively and be understood
• Persuade, motivate and communicate effectively
• Introduce a speaker professionally
• Demonstrate the use of microphone and exhibits
• Develop self-confidence and self-reliance
• Develop a good speaking voice

Investment:
RM180/= for working adults
RM100/= for students
Fee is inclusive of course materials, dinner and refreshments. A certificate of completion will be presented upon full completion of the course.

Training Methodology:
Experiential & Interactive learning. This intensive course requires total commitment and participants are given assignments to complete after each session. A speech contest will be held at the end of the course.

Instructors:
Buddhist professionals who have kindly volunteered their services to facilitate this course, namely Bro. Cheong Kwai Fong, Bro. Loi Hui Kong, Bro. Vincent Hor, Dr. Phang Cheng Kar.

Requirement:
For ages 18 years and above - working adults / college students.
Active in Buddhist activities and/or exhibit potential for Buddhist work.
Preferably recommended by a Buddhist organization/society.
Committed and willing to put in extra time and effort.
Must be proficient in both the written and oral English language.
No of participants:
Limited to a maximum of 25 pax to ensure personal attention and effectiveness. Closing date of application is 20 February 2010. Successful applicants will be informed latest by 27 February 2010.

Course Schedule:
This course comprises 10 sessions and will culminate with a speech contest.
Session 1 & 2 :: 6 March 2010 (Sat) :: 3.00pm – 9.00pm
Session 3 & 4 :: 13 March 2010 (Sat) :: 3.00pm – 9.00pm
Session 5 & 6 :: 20 March 2010 (Sat) :: 3.00pm – 9.00pm
Session 7 :: 27 March 2010 (Sat) :: 7.00pm – 9.30pm
Session 8 :: 03 April 2010 (Sat) :: 7.00pm – 9.30pm
Session 9 :: 10 April 2010 (Sat) ::7.00pm – 9.30pm
Session 10 :: 17 April 2010 (Sat) :: 7.00pm – 9.30pm

Speech Contest (Finals)
01 May 2010 (Sat) :: 7.00pm – 10.00pm

Venue:
Buddhist Gem Fellowship, No. 60A, Jalan 19/3, 46300 Petaling Jaya.

Contact Persons:
Bro. Alex Tan 016-420 4000 alextan@hmet-consulting.com
Sis. Quek Mei Joon 012-351 7615 qmeijoon@yahoo.com
Sis. Jacqueline Lim 016-696 9799 metta_karuna@yahoo.com