Business, Commerce and Management Studies Generic Management

Categorise and Present Information for Intended Outcomes Training

SAQA US 259943 | NQF 5 | Credits 8 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the skills to categorise and present information effectively to achieve specific outcomes. Participants will learn to analyse data, structure information logically, and communicate findings in a clear, impactful manner. The focus is on practical application in a business context to support decision-making and reporting.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply classification principles to categorise information according to predefined criteria.
  • Analyse information to identify patterns, trends, and key points relevant to the intended outcome.
  • Evaluate the accuracy and relevance of information sources before presentation.
  • Design structured presentations of information using appropriate formats and tools.
  • Implement presentation techniques to convey information clearly and concisely.
  • Demonstrate the ability to tailor information presentation to different audiences and purposes.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for administrative staff, data clerks, junior managers, and any professionals who need to organise and present information as part of their daily work responsibilities.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Information Categorisation

Objectives:
• Understand the purpose and principles of categorising information
• Identify different types of information sources
• Apply basic classification techniques to organise data
• Recognise the role of audience in information presentation

Topics:
• Introduction to information management concepts
• Types of information: primary, secondary, quantitative, qualitative
• Principles of categorisation and classification
• Identifying target audiences and their needs
• Overview of presentation formats (reports, tables, graphs)

Day 2: Structuring and Analysing Information

Objectives:
• Apply logical frameworks to structure information
• Use analytical tools to identify key themes and patterns
• Develop clear hierarchies and categories for complex data
• Evaluate information for relevance and accuracy

Topics:
• Frameworks for organising information (mind maps, outlines)
• Techniques for data analysis: sorting, filtering, grouping
• Identifying main ideas and supporting details
• Criteria for evaluating information quality
• Practical exercise: categorising a sample dataset

Day 3: Presentation Methods and Visual Communication

Objectives:
• Select appropriate presentation methods for different audiences
• Create effective visual aids (graphs, charts, tables)
• Apply design principles for clarity and impact
• Use software tools to present categorised information

Topics:
• Overview of presentation methods: verbal, written, visual
• Design principles: simplicity, consistency, emphasis
• Creating charts, graphs, and tables in spreadsheet software
• Using presentation software (PowerPoint) effectively
• Practical exercise: designing a visual presentation

Day 4: Tailoring Information for Intended Outcomes

Objectives:
• Align information presentation with specific organisational goals
• Adapt content and format for different stakeholder groups
• Incorporate feedback to refine presentations
• Ensure accuracy and completeness in final outputs

Topics:
• Identifying intended outcomes: decision-making, reporting, training
• Adapting language and detail for technical vs. non-technical audiences
• Techniques for summarising and highlighting key points
• Reviewing and revising presentations based on feedback
• Case studies: successful information presentations

Day 5: Integration and Assessment

Objectives:
• Integrate all skills in a comprehensive presentation project
• Demonstrate competence in categorising and presenting information
• Evaluate own and peers' work against criteria
• Reflect on learning and plan for application in the workplace

Topics:
• Capstone project: categorise and present a complex information set
• Peer review and constructive feedback
• Assessment of outcomes against unit standard requirements
• Reflection on learning and continuous improvement
• Action planning for workplace implementation

Practicals

16 hours of practicals To be conducted online or on-campus or in-house
Overview

Practical sessions form an integral part of this course, allowing learners to apply categorisation and presentation techniques to real-world datasets. These hands-on activities reinforce theoretical concepts and build confidence in using software tools for information management.

Practical Activities
  • Practical 1: Categorising a Sample Dataset — Learners receive a dataset (e.g., customer feedback, sales figures) and categorise it using logical frameworks, creating a structured summary. (4h)
  • Practical 2: Creating Visual Presentations — Using spreadsheet and presentation software, learners convert categorised data into charts, graphs, and slides for a specific audience. (4h)
  • Practical 3: Tailoring a Presentation for a Stakeholder — Learners adapt their presentation for a different stakeholder (e.g., executive vs. technical team), adjusting content and format. (4h)
  • Practical 4: Capstone Presentation Project — Learners integrate all skills to categorise a complex information set and deliver a final presentation, followed by peer and facilitator feedback. (4h)

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course via daily exercises, scored practical assignments, and a final summative test at the end.

Practical Assignments — 30%

Practical assignments are observed and scored against a rubric during the practical sessions. Each delegate's practical mark is averaged into a single 100% score and contributes 30% to the final total.

Daily Exercises — 20%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 20% to the final total.

Final Test — 50%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 50% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Practical Assignments (rubric-scored) 100% 30%
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 20%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 50%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Practicals 30% + Daily Average 20% + Final Test 50%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
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10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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20 12% off
25 15% off
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100 40% off

3% off per 5 delegates, up to 40% for 100+

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