Communication design courses can help you learn visual storytelling, typography, layout principles, and branding strategies. You can build skills in creating effective presentations, developing user-centered designs, and crafting engaging digital content. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma, that support executing design projects and enhancing collaboration among team members.
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Thought Leadership, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, International Relations, Electronic Media, Journalism, Public Affairs, Media Production, Culture, Branding, Cultural Diversity, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Digital Transformation, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, UI/UX Research, Information Architecture, Storyboarding, Wireframing, User Research, User Story, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Figma (Design Software), User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Reviews, Design Research, Experience Design, Conceptual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, User Centered Design, Ideation, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Requirements Management, Project Management, Organizational Change, Plan Execution, Project Implementation, Scope Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Controls, Project Management Life Cycle, Program Management, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management, Project Scoping, Quality Management, Earned Value Management, Risk Management, Leadership, Business, Team Building
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Planning, Campaign Management, Advertising Campaigns, Communication Planning, Paid media, Promotions and Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Content Performance Analysis, Strategic Communication, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Earned Media, Program Implementation, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Plan Execution, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Multimedia, Learning Management Systems, Interactive Learning, Instructional Design, Interactive Design, Education Software and Technology, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Scenario Testing, Interaction Design, Content Management, Training and Development, User Interface (UI), On-The-Job Training, Management Training And Development, Design, Functional Design, Building Design, Professional Development, Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Responsive Web Design, Email Automation, Usability, Workflow Management, Marketing Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Typography, User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Style Guides, Brand Marketing, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Group Therapy, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Social Work, Family Therapy, Community and Social Work, Patient Communication, De-escalation Techniques, Parent Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Family Support, Communication Disorders, Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Responsiveness, Working With Children, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication, Driving engagement, Microsoft PowerPoint, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Communication Strategies, Executive Presence, Professional Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Brochures, Microsoft Word, Photo Editing, Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, Layout Design, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Microsoft Project, Image Quality, Design, Creative Design, Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Content, Digital Marketing, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Development, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Software Development, Testability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, People Management, Intercultural Competence, Culture Transformation, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Team Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Organizational Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Communication
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months