Canton of Bern
Public Speaking Training in the canton of Bern
A tailored in-company programme for managers and executives, built around real situations from organisations across Bern, Bienne.
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Why the Public Speaking training in the canton of Bern
The canton of Bern hosts the federal administration, public health institutions, telecoms and precision industry around Biel/Bienne. It is officially bilingual, with German and French used side by side.
In a federal office or a precision manufacturer in Biel/Bienne, managers present to boards, clients and large audiences: structure, voice and handling difficult questions shape their credibility.
On-site organisation: Sessions in Bern, Biel/Bienne or on your premises; bilingual German–French formats on request.
Speaking before committees, associations, the media or the workforce: in the federal capital, confident delivery is often decisive – in both German and French.
The Public Speaking and Presenting training programme in the Canton of Berne combines practical methods with cases from your everyday work – on-site in Berne, Biel/Bienne, Thun and Burgdorf, or in hybrid format.
Challenges: Public Speaking and Presenting in the Canton of Berne
- Presenting before political bodies.
- Performing in a second language.
- Speaking concisely and precisely before Grand Council committees.
- Responding spontaneously to critical questions from the media.
Public Speaking and Presenting in the Canton of Berne: the programme in 6 modules
- Formulating a core message in three sentences.
- Using voice, posture and pauses deliberately.
- Persuading with figures and graphics.
- Speaking French in front of audiences from Biel or the Bernese Jura.
- Managing stage fright.
- Video-supported exercise with personal feedback.
What the public Speaking Training in the canton of Bern programme covers
The public Speaking Training in the canton of Bern programme is designed for managers, executives and key contributors who want to turn public speaking into everyday practice. Content is built around real situations from your organisation rather than generic case studies, so that each session connects directly with the decisions your teams face in the canton of Bern.
Core themes typically include: Structure du propos; Voix & posture; Questions hostiles. Each theme is adapted after a scoping conversation with your HR team and the sponsoring manager, so that the programme addresses the gaps you actually observe.
A method grounded in research and practice
Our approach combines short theoretical inputs drawn from peer-reviewed research, practical exercises, role plays and structured feedback. Participants work on their own cases, test new behaviours in a safe setting and leave with concrete commitments they can apply the following week.
Between sessions, short assignments help anchor what has been learned. A follow-up review a few weeks later measures what has changed in practice and identifies where further support is useful.
Who should attend the public Speaking Training in the canton of Bern
The programme suits first-line managers, experienced team leaders, project managers and executive committees alike. Groups are kept small to allow real interaction, and the level of depth is calibrated to participants' experience.
Sessions take place on your premises in the canton of Bern, in a rented venue or remotely, in French, German, Italian or English depending on your teams.
Expected outcomes
At the end of the public Speaking Training in the canton of Bern, participants can name the key mechanisms at play, apply proven tools to their own context and assess their progress with clear indicators. For the organisation, the benefit shows in the quality of conversations, the clarity of decisions and team engagement.
Public Speaking training locations in the canton of Bern
Public Speaking articles — canton of Bern
Sourced analyses from our blog, written for this programme in this canton.
- Do gestures make you more convincing? — in the canton of Bern2026-09-30
- Turning stage fright into excitement — in the canton of Bern2026-09-29
- Turning stage fright into energy — in the canton of Bern2026-09-26
- Is it all decided in seconds?2025-07-03
- Can fear of public speaking be treated?2024-10-01
- Calm down or get excited before speaking?2024-06-01
In-company training in the canton of Bern
Looking for Public Speaking training in the canton of Bern? We come to your premises in Bern, Bienne and anywhere in the canton of Bern. Find Swiss Human Resources on Google Maps and call us to organise your training locally.
SHR — Swiss Human ResourcesEsplanade de Pont-Rouge 9A, 1212 Lancy
+41 58 788 01 69View the area on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions
What does Public Speaking training cover in the canton of Bern?
Public Speaking training in the canton of Bern from Swiss Human Resources (SHR) covers the following modules: Formulating a core message in three sentences.; Using voice, posture and pauses deliberately.; Persuading with figures and graphics.; Speaking French in front of audiences from Biel or the Bernese Jura.; Managing stage fright.; Video-supported exercise with personal feedback.. These elements help frame a discussion with SHR; they do not guarantee outcomes.
Which challenges does Public Speaking training address in the canton of Bern?
Public Speaking training in the canton of Bern addresses the following workplace situations: Presenting before political bodies.; Performing in a second language.; Speaking concisely and precisely before Grand Council committees.; Responding spontaneously to critical questions from the media.. These elements help frame a discussion with SHR; they do not guarantee outcomes.
Can one practise presentations in French?
Yes, a module can be devoted to presenting in your second language.
Do you come to us in Biel/Bienne or Thun?
Yes, we work on-site throughout the Canton of Berne – in Berne, Biel/Bienne, Thun and Burgdorf – or in hybrid format.
Can Public Speaking in the canton of Bern be run bilingually?
Yes. For mixed teams in Bern and Biel/Bienne we run Public Speaking in German, French or a bilingual format.
In which towns of the canton of Bern is the Public Speaking training delivered?
We deliver it in Bern, Bienne and the surrounding municipalities, on your premises or in a room rented for the occasion.
What is the format of the Public Speaking training in the canton of Bern?
Standard format: 2 days on site, or a programme spread over 6 to 8 weeks with short sessions and individual coaching. Cohorts of 6 to 14 participants.
How do we organise the Public Speaking training in this canton?
We build the programme with you according to the number of participants, duration and level of customisation. Contact us: SHR offices, Esplanade de Pont-Rouge 9A, 1212 Lancy, +41 58 788 01 69.