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Communication Design Courses

Communication design courses can help you learn visual storytelling, typography, layout principles, and branding strategies. You can build skills in creating effective presentations, developing user-centered designs, and crafting engaging digital content. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma, that support executing design projects and enhancing collaboration among team members.

Popular Communication Design Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Duke University

    Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Process Improvement, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Oral Expression, Data Analysis, Graphing, Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Stakeholder Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Respectful Communication: Improve Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Active Listening, Dignity in Care, Empathy, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, AI powered creativity, Problem Solving, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    912 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Emergency Response, Mitigation, Safety and Security, Health Disparities, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability, Community Outreach, Persuasive Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    232 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    How to Create an Online Course

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Strategies, Instructional Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Scripting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    230 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Vendor Communication for Accounting Success

    Skills you'll gain: Invoicing, Accounts Payable, Vendor Relationship Management, Billing Inquiries, Vendor Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Process Flow Diagrams, Workflow Management, Business Communication, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Payment Processing, Standard Operating Procedure, Document Management, Communication, Communication Strategies, Procedure Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Workplace Communication Skills for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Professional Development, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Business Communication, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Team Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Trustworthiness, Business Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    Critical Communication and Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Drive Engagement, Concision, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Empathy, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Relations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, Language Competency, Oral Expression, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Management, Business Writing, Business, Culture, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    414 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Typography

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Layout Design, Design, Art History, Visual Design, Information Architecture, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Design Research, Peer Review, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Wireframing, User Experience, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Research, User Centered Design, Design Research, Layout Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Mockups, Figma (Design Software), Information Architecture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Systems Architecture  

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, Systems Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis Tools, Systems Analysis, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Project Design, Development Environment

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication design courses

  • Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau: Duke University
  • Respectful Communication: Improve Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership: Imperial College London
  • Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication: The State University of New York
  • How to Create an Online Course: The University of Edinburgh
  • Vendor Communication for Accounting Success: Coursera
  • Workplace Communication Skills for Managers: Packt
  • Critical Communication and Leadership Skills: SkillUp
  • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Typography: California Institute of the Arts

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