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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

    Getting Started with Microsoft Word

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

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

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Communicating to Diverse Audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Professional Development, Diversity Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Building Relationships with Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Empathy, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Teamwork, Communication, Team Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (126) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tsinghua University

    Conversational English Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, English Language, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Strategies, Oral Comprehension, Rapport Building, Vocabulary

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

  • P

    Packt

    Hack the Cybersecurity Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Cybersecurity, Communication Strategies, Communication, Professional Development, Penetration Testing, Personal Attributes, Stress Management, Branding, Adaptability, Collaboration, Negotiation, Digital Forensics

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • 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, Finance, Business Analysis Tools, Financial Modeling, Business Administration, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    AI-Enhanced Communication Skills for Banking Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Client Services, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer and Client Support, Consultative Approaches, Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Compliance Management, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Regulatory Compliance, Bank Regulations, Banking, Customer experience improvement, Banking Services

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Professional Communication & Career Growth Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Business Correspondence, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Active Listening, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation, Discussion Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Social Skills, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Communication Strategies, Value Propositions, Applicant Tracking Systems, Writing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Madecraft

    Impactful Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Non-Verbal Communication, Copywriting, Emotional Intelligence, Newsletters, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams, Business Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Influencing, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Professional Development, Active Listening, Presentations, Team Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Madecraft

    Professional Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Driving engagement, Active Listening, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Growth Mindedness, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Professional Development, Executive Presence, Target Audience

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Strategic Communication, Leadership, Data Management, Data Integrity, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    ★ 4.7 (113) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Canva Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Event Marketing, Presentations, Video Editing, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Prompt Engineering Tools, Color Theory, Typography, Storytelling, Interactive Design, Marketing Design, Cross-Channel Marketing, Visual Design, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Logo Design, Layout Design, Social Media Content

    ★ 4.5 (56) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Getting Started with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Communicating to Diverse Audiences: University of Minnesota
  • Building Relationships with Communication: Arizona State University
  • Conversational English Skills: Tsinghua University
  • Hack the Cybersecurity Interview: Packt
  • Foundations of Financial Analysis and Business Performance: John Wiley & Sons
  • AI-Enhanced Communication Skills for Banking Professionals: Coursera
  • Professional Communication & Career Growth Skills: EDUCBA
  • Impactful Business Communication: Madecraft
  • Professional Public Speaking: Madecraft

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