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Communications Courses

Communications courses can help you learn effective writing, public speaking, interpersonal communication, and digital media strategies. You can build skills in crafting compelling narratives, managing conflicts, and engaging diverse audiences through various platforms. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, social media analytics, and video editing applications, showing how these skills can enhance your messaging and outreach efforts.

Popular Communications Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Computer Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardware Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Verification And Validation

    4.5 stars, 293 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (293) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Strategic Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistical Programming, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, R (Software), Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Complex Problem Solving, Data Synthesis, R Programming

    4.4 stars, 1.3K reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (1.3K) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medical Emergency, Patient Transport, Respiration

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Culture, Inclusion and Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Dashboard, Culture Transformation, Data Literacy, Experimentation, Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Analytics, Microsoft Copilot, Heat Maps, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Culture, Performance Metric, Workplace inclusivity, Microsoft Power Platform, Business, Leadership and Management, Business Strategy, Leadership

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of London

    Cyber Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Risk, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity

    4.7 stars, 326 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (326) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Report Writing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, English Language, Grammar, Target Audience, Vocabulary

    4.4 stars, 479 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (479) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    ISC2

    ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Malware Protection, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Network Security, Application Security, Asset Management, Cloud Security, OSI Models

    4.7 stars, 312 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (312) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Industrial IoT Markets and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, Infrastructure Security, General Networking, Cybersecurity, IBM Cloud, Cloud Platforms, Cryptography, Telecommunications, Network Protocols, Market Opportunities, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Embedded Systems, Cloud Deployment, Software-Defined Networking, Market Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 630 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (630) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Colorado System

    TCP/IP and Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Routing Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Security, Network Routing, Software-Defined Networking, Virtualization

    4.7 stars, 761 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (761) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Agile Product Development, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Professionalism, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Delivery

    4.7 stars, 354 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (354) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Advocacy, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Health Policy, Persuasive Communication, Goal Setting

    4.7 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Web Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Interface (UI), User Research, UI/UX Research, Web Design and Development, User Centered Design, Design Strategies, Persona Development, Design Research, Mockups, Usability Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Target Audience

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Software Defined Networking: The University of Chicago
  • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
  • EMT Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • Culture, Inclusion and Engagement: Microsoft
  • Cyber Security Fundamentals: University of London
  • English for Effective Business Writing: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP): ISC2
  • Industrial IoT Markets and Security: University of Colorado Boulder
  • TCP/IP and Advanced Topics: University of Colorado System
  • People and Soft Skills Assessment: IBM

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