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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.

Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


  • V

    Voxy

    Intermediate English: Telling Stories

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Language Learning, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Self-Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    How Vaccines Work

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Drug Development, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Climate Change Programs, Preventative Care, Clinical Trials, Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, New Product Development, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes

    ★ 4.9 (58) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    AI Concepts and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management, Informatics

    ★ 4.6 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Diplomatic Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Economics, Political Sciences, Digital Communications, Economic Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Public Safety and National Security, Trend Analysis

    ★ 5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Performing Arts, Musical Composition, Art History

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create social media content with Prezi

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Presentations, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Instagram, Facebook, Content Marketing, LinkedIn, Marketing Materials, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design

    ★ 4.1 (43) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Privacy and Protection Standards

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Security Controls, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Data Integrity, Security Strategy, Safety Culture, Data Processing, Incident Response, Employee Training

    ★ 4.6 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Being Smart about Cycling Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Critical Thinking, Research, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.6 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Health Education, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Socioeconomics, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Educational Materials

    ★ 4.8 (43) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Security, Authentications, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Network Security, Data Management, Azure Active Directory, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Awareness

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Scheduling, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Social Media Analytics, Instagram, TikTok, Content Development and Management, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Growth Strategies, Content Optimization, Drive Engagement, Digital Marketing, Brand Awareness, Market Research

    ★ 4.6 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenerativeAI for Customer Success

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Generative AI Agents, Customer Service, AI Enablement, Customer Support, Customer experience improvement, Business Priorities, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation, Business Ethics, Information Privacy

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

  • Intermediate English: Telling Stories: Voxy
  • How Vaccines Work: Imperial College London
  • AI Concepts and Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Diplomatic Practice: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University
  • Create social media content with Prezi : Coursera
  • Data Privacy and Protection Standards: Coursera
  • Being Smart about Cycling Futures: University of Amsterdam
  • Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy : Johns Hopkins University
  • Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security: Macquarie University

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