Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Concision, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Editing, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Relationship Building, Team Management, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Critical Thinking, Adobe Acrobat, Creativity, Design, Presentations, Branding, Storytelling, Communication, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Presentations, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication, Scheduling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Executive Presence, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, People Development, Social Skills, Stakeholder Analysis, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Collection, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Hardening, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, SQL
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Active Listening, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Collaboration, Planning, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Peer Review, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Writing, Scientific Methods, Journals, Editing, Grammar, Research, Proofreading, Healthcare Ethics, Media and Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Computer Networking, System Software, Technical Communication, Computer Literacy, Linux, Microsoft Windows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months