Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many people from my group can/should present?
Ans:- I strongly prefer that all members of the group should be given a chance to present. Specifically, class presentations should be considered as an opportunity for the relatively shy students to come out of their shyness / nervousness and stage fear.

Q. Do you require that we dress formally for presentations?
Ans:- In my opinion, your appearance accounts for a large percentage of your first impression. While I would want you to dress in clothes that you feel comfortable in, I suggest that you wear "presentable clothes". Usually business casual is the safest choice. This will include shirts, khakis/trousers for men and shirts, skirts/khakis/trousers for ladies. Wearing completely formal clothes is your group's decision.

Q. What medium of presentation should we use - is powerpoint presentations required? or can we just use transparencies?
Ans:- I prefer powerpoint presentations. They are a good practice for your work in the corporate world. Most of the classrooms are equipped with all the hardware and software necessary for a powerpoint presentation. However, we shall resolve this issue in class. Over the years, I have noticed that the powerpoint presentation files have become outrageously large (due to inclusion of pictures, graphs etc). I would suggest that you bring these files on a (recordable) CD.

Q. Can we use videos/music during our presentation?
Ans:- Most of our classrooms are equipped with VCRs and computers. You may use videos/music during the presentations so far as it is relevant to your topic and adds value to the presentation. You may note that use of videos/music during presentation may require considerably longer transition times. Remember alloted time for presentations is usually quite less. I will suggest you to focus on your analysis of the project. Choose the content of your presentation wisely.