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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

    Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Public Administration, Analytics, Public Policies, Model Evaluation, Data Presentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Governance, R Programming, Informed Consent

    4.8 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Beginner A1

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Learning, Grammar, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension

    4.3 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    Special Competitive Studies Project

    AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

    4.6 stars, 173 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (173) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5 stars, 389 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (389) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • T

    The World Bank Group

    Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Project Finance, Stakeholder Engagement, Contract Negotiation, Risk Management, Legal Risk, Risk Mitigation, Bidding, Stakeholder Management, Economic Development, Governance, Strategic Partnership, Stakeholder Communications, Project Implementation

    4.7 stars, 548 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (548) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Intermediate B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    4.6 stars, 493 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (493) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Configure Managed Guest Sessions for Public Access or Shared ChromeOS Devices

    Skills you'll gain: System Configuration, Google Workspace, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Pronunciation of American English

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Learning, Language Competency, Grammar

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Professional Development, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

    4.3 stars, 1.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Washington

    Business English Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Proposal Writing, Presentations, Events and Conferences, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Event Planning, Sales Presentations, Event Management, Proposal Development, Peer Review, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Communication, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Outbound Calls, English Language

    4.7 stars, 5K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Advanced C1

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Expression, English Language, Language Competency, Writing, Grammar, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Environmental Issue, Music, Economics

    4.3 stars, 60 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (60) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Correspondence, Concision, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Communication, Professionalism, Recruitment

    4.8 stars, 17K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (17K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Public Speaking courses

  • Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector: University of Michigan
  • English Beginner A1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions: Special Competitive Studies Project
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings: University of Washington
  • Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics: The World Bank Group
  • English Intermediate B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Configure Managed Guest Sessions for Public Access or Shared ChromeOS Devices: Google Cloud
  • The Pronunciation of American English: University of California, Irvine
  • Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Business English Communication Skills: University of Washington

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