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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Financial Policy, Cost Benefit Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Public Policies, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Introduction to Political Citizenship

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Types of Vaccine

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Preventative Care, Public Health, Clinical Research, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Material Chemistry and Sustainable Building

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Sustainable Architecture, Pollution Prevention, Health And Safety Standards, Hazard Analysis, Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Design, Environmental Science, Materials science, Health Disparities, Risk Analysis, Endocrinology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Spatial Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Forecasting, Trend Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Policies, International Relations, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Public Affairs, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Effectiveness, Relationship Building, Program Evaluation, Accountability, Accountability Frameworks, Coordination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    618 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Frontières en tous genres

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Culture, Case Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, World History

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, English Language, Professional Development, Personal Development, Language Competency, Nutrition Education, Language Learning, Relationship Building, Grammar, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Assessing Health Program Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Policy Development, Health Systems, Care Management, Data Collection, Record Keeping, Surveys, Utilization Management, Survey Creation, Community Health, Maternal Health, Data Quality, Research Design, Child Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    When Disaster Meets Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Disaster Recovery, Policy Analysis, Emergency Response, Mitigation, International Relations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Public Safety and National Security, Decision Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    83 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Cloud Architecture Design Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Load Balancing, Serverless Computing, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Event-Driven Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Data Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Dashboard, LinkedIn, Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Professional Networking, Data Visualization Software, Report Writing, Technical Communication, Power BI, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Environmental Economics: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva
  • Types of Vaccine: Imperial College London
  • Material Chemistry and Sustainable Building: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
  • Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Frontières en tous genres: University of Geneva
  • Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being: Voxy
  • Assessing Health Program Delivery: Johns Hopkins University
  • When Disaster Meets Conflict: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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