Debate courses can help you learn argument construction, critical thinking, public speaking, and effective rebuttal techniques. You can build skills in researching topics, analyzing opposing viewpoints, and presenting persuasive cases. Many courses introduce tools like debate formats, speech writing software, and platforms for practicing presentations, which enhance your ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Political Sciences, Combinatorics, Social Sciences, Probability, Applied Mathematics, Critical Thinking, General Mathematics, Statistical Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sapienza University of Rome
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Research, Research Methodologies, World History, Geospatial Information and Technology, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, Investigation, Culture, Information Systems, Data Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Environment, Water Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Waste Minimization, Environmental Science, Pollution Prevention, Emerging Technologies, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Research, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Human Development, Personal Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Meeting Facilitation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Environmental Regulations, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Financial Regulation, Public Policies, Health And Safety Standards, Bidding, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Banking, Procurement, Innovation, Cost Benefit Analysis
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Resource Allocation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Event Planning, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Planning, Proposal Development, Decision Making, Customer Complaint Resolution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Research, Creativity, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychotherapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Advocacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months