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.
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Peer Review, Communication, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Critical Thinking, Organizational Skills
★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Professionalism
★ 4.5 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Storytelling, Public Speaking, Data Visualization, Business Communication, Storytelling, Communication, Peer Review, Data Analysis
★ 4.5 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Communication
★ 4.5 (17) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Communication Strategies
★ 4.5 (400) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Strategic Communication
★ 4.8 (366) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Presentations, AI literacy, Oral Expression, Generative AI, Public Speaking, ChatGPT, Storytelling, Research, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Concision, Target Audience, Scripting, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Business Communication, Google Docs
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Oral Expression, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Stress Management
★ 4.6 (302) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Self-Awareness
★ 4.6 (97) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Collaboration, Conflict Management
★ 4.8 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Negotiation
★ 4.8 (4.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Communication Strategies, Time Management
★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months