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Communication Design Courses

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.

Popular Communication Design Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Pearson

    Advanced College Writing Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Writing, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Research and Design, Investigation, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Collection, Research Reports, Liberal Arts, Grammar, Learning Strategies, Interviewing Skills, Intellectual Property

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Introduction to Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Concision, Communication Strategies, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Constructive Feedback, Planning

    4.7 stars, 2.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Positivity, Optimism, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Attributes, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Composure, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Recognizing Others, Communication, Mental and Behavioral Health

    4.9 stars, 2.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, B2B Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Customer Retention, Business Communication, Communication, Sales Presentation, Sales Prospecting, Customer Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Stakeholder Communications, Relationship Building, Influencing, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management: The Basics for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Building, People Development, Project Management, Management Training And Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Performance, Initiative and Leadership, Performance Reporting, Leadership, Management Reporting, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.6 stars, 11K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (11K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Telecommuting, Professional Development, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Communication, People Development, Tactfulness, Relationship Management, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Structure

    4.8 stars, 4.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Value and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Organizational Change, Revenue Recognition, Agile Project Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Leadership, Accrual Accounting, Financial Statements, Project Planning, Organizational Strategy, Accruals, Business Ethics, Change Management, Sprint Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Cash Flows, Financial Statement Analysis, Cost Management, Financial Accounting, Project Management

    4.7 stars, 7.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (7.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, User Experience, User Research, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Design Elements And Principles, Ideation

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Instagram Content Creator Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Video Editing, Content Scheduling, Content Performance Analysis, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Content, Canva (Software), Content Optimization, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Paid media, Graphic and Visual Design, Driving engagement, Competitive Analysis, Content Strategy, Analytics, Visual Design, Marketing

    4.1 stars, 775 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (775) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Persuasive Sales Pitching: Value, Influence And Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentation, Selling Techniques, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Public Speaking, Concision, General Sales Practices, Presentations, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Driving engagement, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Digital Communications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Design, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Web Language, Back-End Web Development, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming

    4.7 stars, 4.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication design courses

  • Advanced College Writing Skills: Pearson
  • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • Project Management: The Basics for Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success: IBM
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Business Value and Project Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
  • Instagram Content Creator Pro: Coursera

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