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.

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Image Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Adobe
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Acrobat, Document Management, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Design Reviews, Project Design, File Management, Client Services, Marketing Collateral, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Version Control, Creative Design, Branding, Constructive Feedback
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Project Design, Drive Engagement, Design Thinking, Employee Engagement, Motivational Skills, Application Design, Community and Social Work, Behavior Management, Customer Engagement, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Marketing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk Maya, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Computer Graphics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Negotiation, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Advertising Campaigns, Communication Planning, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Content Performance Analysis, Strategic Communication, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Earned Media, Program Implementation, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Integrated Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Growth Mindedness, Target Audience, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Management Training And Development, Stakeholder Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Design, Construction Management, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, Building Design, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Management Systems, Sustainable Development, HVAC, Stormwater Management, Architectural Engineering, Thermal Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Emergency Response, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Case Studies, Stakeholder Communications, Internal Communications, Communication, Media Relations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Adobe InDesign, Design, Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Illustrator, Peer Review, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Natural Language Processing, Data Storytelling, Technical Communication, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Strategic Communication, Communication, Big Data, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Presentations, Advanced Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Workplace inclusivity, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks