The only PPT course in the world tailored to consulting. This course won't teach you how to use PowerPoint the program, but will teach you to build consulting-worthy slide decks. We deconstruct the process of building a killer deck, and share best practices from McKinsey, Bain, BCG and more. Get ready to build decks that will drive executive action. Over 30 lessons and ~7 hours of teaching, the course covers:

Module 1: How PowerPoint is Used in Consulting

• How PowerPoint is Used in Consulting
• Foundations of Powerful PowerPoint
• PowerPoint for Consulting 101

Module 2: Structure - The Foundation of a Successful Deck

• PowerPoint Structure
• Story Planning
• Workstreams from a Manager’s Perspective
• Slide Deck Best Practices
• Pyramid Principle Background
• Pyramid Principle…Principles
• Pyramid Principle Application
• MECE

Module 3: PowerPoint Format - Making a Great Looking Deck

• PowerPoint Format
• Elements of Consulting Slides
• Navigating around PowerPoint

Module 4: Data Visualization

• Consulting Insights
• 3 Types of Consulting Visuals
• Data Slide Deep Dive
• Emphasis for Storytelling
• Finalizing Client-Ready Decks

Module 5: Developing Presentation Mastery

• Presenting to Executives
• Solo vs Group Presentations
• 3 Tips for Advanced Presentation Technique
• 6 Tips for Presentation Success

Module 6: Firm Specific Presentation Styles

• 6 Differences in Firm Presentation Styles
• McKinsey Style Presentations
• BCG Style Presentations
• Bain Style Presentations
• Deloitte Style Presentations
• Assimilating to Firm Style
• Developing Presentation Mastery

Module 7: Solving the Written Case Interview

• Written Case Overview
• Expert Video 1 – Electric Bus Co. Case Overview
• Expert Video 2 – Creating Structure for the Presentation
• Expert Video 3 – Tackling the Data Analysis
• Expert Video 4 – Developing the Story
• Presenting a Written Case
• Expert Video 5 – Practicing and Modifying the Presentation (Bain-style)
• Expert Video 6 – Presenting the Electric Bus Co. Deck

Module 8: Additional Resources for PowerPoint

• The Electric Bus Company Presentation
• PowerPoint for Consulting shortcuts (PC & Mac)

The course is filmed in Office 2016 for Mac. Shortcuts, tips, and tricks for both PC and Mac are called out. You receive a certificate of completion at the end!