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Communication Skills Courses

Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.

Popular Communication Skills Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Advocacy, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Writing

    4.3 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Writing, Business Writing, Document Management

    4.7 stars, 800 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (800) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners â… 

    4.8 stars, 601 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (601) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Proposal Development, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Concision, Communication Planning, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Etiquette for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Social Skills, Business Communication, Cultural Diversity, Non-Verbal Communication, Diversity Awareness, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Follow Through, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Digital Communications, Executive Presence

    5 stars, 33 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (33) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Development, Communication, Writing, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Presentations, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking

    4.7 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CVS Health

    Call Center Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Growth Mindedness, De-escalation Techniques, Data Entry, Greeting Customers, Collaboration, Teamwork, Telephone Skills, Inbound Calls, Time Management, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Customer Data Management, Personal Development, Record Keeping, Performance Metric, Customer experience improvement, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.6 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Conflict Management Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Empathy, Team Leadership, Communication, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Skills

    4.8 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Mastering Active Listening in the Global Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Digital Communications, AI literacy, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Communicating with the Public

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Writing, Rapport Building, Liberal Arts

    4.5 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (24) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Financial Analysis and Business Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Acumen, Performance Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Financial Data, Predictive Analytics, Performance Improvement, Analysis, Business Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Operational Analysis, Analytics, Business Analysis Tools, Financial Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Administration, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Internal Business Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Corporate Communications, Communication, Strategic Communication, Business Communication, Target Audience, Active Listening, Employee Engagement, Driving engagement

    4.4 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students: University of Michigan
  • Getting Started with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners â… : Sungkyunkwan University
  • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Business Etiquette for Professional Success: EDUCBA
  • Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms: Coursera
  • Call Center Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Conflict Management Strategies: LearnKartS
  • Mastering Active Listening in the Global Workplace: STARWEAVER
  • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego

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