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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Communication, Influence & Sales Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Negotiation, Active Listening, Drive Engagement, Value Propositions, Sales Presentations, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Selling Techniques, Storytelling, Communication, Communication Strategies, Customer Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    The Authentic Communicator: Building Presence and Trust

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professionalism, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Team Leadership, Oral Expression, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    250 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Workplace Communication Skills for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Professional Development, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Business Communication, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Team Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Trustworthiness, Business Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Communication and Relationship Building

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Empathy, Communication Strategies, Active Listening, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Digital Communications, Business Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Behavioral Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Innovation, Communication, Culture, Digital Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Self-Discipline, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Self-Motivation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Corporate Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Employee Engagement, Target Audience, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Public Relations, Crisis Management, Drive Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Management, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Telecommuting, Workplace inclusivity, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    157 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Telecommuting, Driving engagement, Active Listening

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    4.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Business Communication for the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Proposal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    768 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Communication, Influence & Sales Techniques : Coursera
  • The Authentic Communicator: Building Presence and Trust : University of London
  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: Starweaver
  • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Workplace Communication Skills for Managers: Packt
  • Communication and Relationship Building: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Professional Skills: Collaboration: Arizona State University
  • Corporate Communications: University of California, Irvine
  • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto

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