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.

University of Zurich
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Education and Training, Teaching, Environment, Curriculum Planning, Environmental Issue, Decision Making, Climate Change Mitigation, Interpersonal Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Media Relations, Strategic Partnership, Brand Management, Paid media, Advertising, Revenue Management, Strategic Communication, Video Production, Community Development, Target Audience, Target Market, Negotiation, Crisis Management, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Newsletters, Email Marketing, Content Scheduling, Content Creation, Content Development and Management, Scheduling, Test Tools, User Accounts, Marketing, Communication
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Customer Communications Management, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Agentic Workflows, Quality Monitoring, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Design, Design Thinking, Media and Communications, Visual Storytelling, Art History, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Online Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Channel, Marketing Strategies, Social Media, Digital Brand Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Analytical Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Accountability Frameworks, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Communication, Corporate Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Advertising, User Accounts, Social Media Content, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Account Management, Paid media, Customer Communications Management, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Content Creation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Media and Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Social Impact, Public Affairs, Grammar
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Creative Design, Branding, Visual Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, Shared Media, Brand Management, Account Management, Marketing Communications
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Writing, Telephone Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Social Media Content, Social Media, Language Competency, Media and Communications, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback, Culture Transformation, Team Collaboration, Safety Culture, Relationship Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks