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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


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    Coursera

    Bewirb dein Kleinunternehmen auf Facebook mit Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Materials, Advertising Campaigns, Promotional Materials, Graphic Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Alberta

    Famine as Genocide: The Holodomor in Ukraine

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, European History, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, International Relations, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics, Journalism

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Media, Elections, and Politics - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Journalism, Culture, Public Affairs, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Information Technology, Data Ethics, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Fundamentos TIC para negocios: Ciberseguridad

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Digital Content, Digital Advertising, Information Technology, Security Awareness, Safety and Security, Information Privacy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Business Technologies, Information Systems, E-Commerce, Global Marketing, Digital Transformation, Business Process, Business Strategy, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - 한국어

    Skills you'll gain: Product Support, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Google Cloud Platform, Service Level, Service Management, Cloud Services, Issue Tracking, Problem Management, Technical Communication, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Improving Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Cooperation, Negotiation, Competitive Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Business Writing, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Decision Making, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Tactfulness, Communication, Emotional Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication with Genial.ly

    Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Technical Communication, Design, Education Software and Technology, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Social Studies, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Collaboration, Writing, Mediation, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Interpersonal Communications, Team Motivation, Tactfulness, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Aprende y diseña una presentacion atractiva con PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Business Communication, Productivity Software, Writing, Microsoft 365, Editing, Technical Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Bewirb dein Kleinunternehmen auf Facebook mit Canva: Coursera
  • Famine as Genocide: The Holodomor in Ukraine: University of Alberta
  • Media, Elections, and Politics - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Fundamentos TIC para negocios: Ciberseguridad: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - 한국어: Google Cloud
  • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • Communication Skills: Packt
  • كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera
  • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions

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