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Debate Courses

Debate courses can help you learn argument construction, critical thinking, public speaking, and effective rebuttal techniques. You can build skills in researching topics, analyzing opposing viewpoints, and presenting persuasive cases. Many courses introduce tools like debate formats, speech writing software, and platforms for practicing presentations, which enhance your ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently.

Popular Debate Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Negotiating Work Flexibility

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Project Documentation, Communication Strategies, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Brainstorming, Strategic Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Risk Mitigation, Estimation, Risk Management, Analysis, Prioritization, Root Cause Analysis, Ideation, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Resolving and Transforming Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Goal Setting, Honesty

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Negotiation, Mediation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership Studies, Leadership, Emergency Response, International Relations, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Governance, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Needs Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Diplomacy, Adjudication, Court Systems, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Conflict Management, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Mark Twain

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, World History, Sociology, Social Justice, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Writing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Black Lives Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Socioeconomics, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Demography

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Foundations of Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Report Writing, Communication, Writing, Concision, Research, Emotional Intelligence

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Leadership, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Fighting Misinformation in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Science and Research, Health Education, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Immunology, Health Information Management, Scientific Visualization, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Professional Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Driving engagement, Active Listening, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Growth Mindedness, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Professional Development, Executive Presence, Target Audience

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    How to Persuade When Facts Don't Seem to Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Personalized Campaigns, Selling Techniques, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Negotiating Work Flexibility: Packt
  • Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve: University of Leeds
  • Resolving and Transforming Conflict: Arizona State University
  • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes: Universiteit Leiden
  • The American Renaissance and Mark Twain: Dartmouth College
  • Black Lives Matter: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Persuasion: Arizona State University
  • Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Fighting Misinformation in Public Health: University of Alberta

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