Government Engineering College, Patan
Assignment
Department of Computer Science
Engineering
Subject : Professional Communication
and Ethics (BE03000051)
Unit 3 : Advanced Public Speaking Skills
Semester III
Academic Year : 2025-26
Q.1 Presentation Skills
1. Define presentation and explain the importance of professional presentations in
the corporate and academic world.
2. Describe the steps involved in organizing a professional presentation.
3. Explain how to outline key points and develop compelling introductions and
conclusions.
4. Discuss delivery techniques with examples:
○ Extemporaneous
○ Memorization
○ Impromptu
○ Manuscript
5. What are presentation aids? Describe their types and significance.
6. Explain the guidelines for designing effective presentation slides (use of
visuals, font, color, etc.).
7. Write a short note on integrating presentation aids into speeches.
Q.2 Public Speaking
1. Define Public Speaking. How is it different from everyday conversation?
2. Explain the types of public speaking:
○ Mediated speaking
○ Informative speaking
○ Persuasive speaking
○ Special occasion speaking
○ Motivational speaking
3. Describe the methods of persuasion with suitable examples (Ethos, Pathos,
Logos).
4. What are the qualities of an effective public speaker?
5. Write a short speech (around 150 words) on “The Role of Engineers in Nation
Building.”
6. Discuss common barriers to effective public speaking and suggest ways to
overcome them.
Q.3 Interview Skills
1. Define interview and explain its objectives.
2. Explain the different types of interviews:
○ Telephonic interview
○ Face-to-face interview
○ Campus interview
○ On-site interview
3. Describe the stages of a job interview in detail.
4. What are the do’s and don’ts during a personal interview?
5. Write a sample self-introduction for an engineering student during a job
interview.
6. How can a candidate handle stress or unexpected questions in an interview?
Q.4 Group Discussions
1. Define Group Discussion (GD) and explain its purpose in professional settings.
2. What are organizational group discussions? Explain the following types with
examples:
○ Nominal
○ Delphi
○ Brainstorming
3. Describe the role of a moderator and participants in a group discussion.
4. Mention the evaluation criteria used in GDs (communication, leadership,
content, teamwork, etc.).
5. Write short notes on:
a) Group discussions as part of the selection process
b) Guidelines for success in a GD
Q.5 Group Communication
1. Define Group Communication and differentiate it from interpersonal
communication.
2. Explain the importance of meetings, conferences, symposiums, and
seminars in a professional environment.
3. Describe the structure and steps of conducting a formal meeting.
4. Write a short note on conference etiquette.
5. What are the key differences between seminars and symposiums?
6. Discuss the role of technology in modern group communication (video
conferencing, webinars, etc.).
Long Questions :
Q.1 Explain the process of organizing a professional presentation.
Q.2 Discuss the different delivery techniques of presentations.
Q.3 What are presentation aids ? Describe their types and give guidelines for
designing effective slides.
Q.4 What is public speaking ? Explain its types with suitable examples.
Q.5 Discuss the methods of persuasion used in public speaking.
Q.6 Explain the stages of a job interview in detail. What are the dos and don’ts for
candidates?
Q.7 Define Group Discussion. Explain its purpose, types, and evaluation criteria.
Q.8 Explain meetings, conferences, seminars, and symposiums as forms of
group communication.