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Communications courses can help you learn effective writing, public speaking, interpersonal communication, and digital media strategies. You can build skills in crafting compelling narratives, managing conflicts, and engaging diverse audiences through various platforms. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, social media analytics, and video editing applications, showing how these skills can enhance your messaging and outreach efforts.

Popular Communications Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Advocacy, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Community Health, Health Policy, Persuasive Communication, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Network Security, Application Security, Asset Management, Cloud Security, OSI Models

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Brute-force attacks, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medical Emergency, Patient Transport, Respiration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    UX Design Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), Adobe XD, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, Design Research, User Flows, Application Design, Information Architecture, Ideation, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Cyber Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Encryption, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    TCP/IP and Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Routing Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Security, Network Routing, Software-Defined Networking, Virtualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    757 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Strategic Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistical Programming, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, R (Software), Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Complex Problem Solving, Data Synthesis, R Programming

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, UI/UX Strategy, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Web Design and Development, Visual Design, Web Language, UI/UX Research, Graphic and Visual Design, Interactive Design, HTML and CSS, Design Reviews, Design Elements And Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    IoT (Internet of Things) Wireless & Cloud Computing Emerging Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Wireless Networks, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Internet Of Things, Cloud Platforms, Local Area Networks, Emerging Technologies, Computing Platforms, Network Architecture, Telecommunications, Amazon Web Services, Cloud-Based Integration, General Networking, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Infrastructure Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Better Business Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Proposal Development, Report Writing, Writing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Writing and Editing, Concision, Grammar, Peer Review, English Language, Communication Strategies, Language Learning

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communications courses

  • Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health: University of Michigan
  • ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP): ISC2
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • English for Effective Business Speaking: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • EMT Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • UX Design Fundamentals: California Institute of the Arts
  • Cyber Security Fundamentals: University of London
  • TCP/IP and Advanced Topics: University of Colorado System
  • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
  • Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes: California Institute of the Arts

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