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Public Speaking Courses

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.

Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Geneva

    Water Resources Management and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Hydrology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Governance, International Relations, Community Development, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Coordination, Case Studies

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Negotiation and Ethical Practices in Account Management

    Skills you'll gain: Solution Selling, Consultative Selling, Negotiation, Regulatory Requirements, Prospecting and Qualification, Data Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Customer Engagement, Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    ★ 4.9 (434) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Check Template Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Branding, Brand Management, Compliance Auditing, Brand Marketing, Auditing, Brand Awareness, Color Matching, Typography, Verification And Validation, Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Exploit development, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Metasploit, Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Policies

    ★ 4 (600) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Financial Reporting Quality Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: International Financial Reporting Standards, Financial Reporting, Auditors Report, Financial Auditing, Auditing, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Case Studies, Inventory Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Fraud detection, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Technical Accounting, Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Business Ethics, Governance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Software Design, Algorithms, Data Structures, Data Import/Export, Markov Model, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, File I/O, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

    ★ 4.6 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Biostatistics, Science and Research, Patient Communication

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

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Programming, Cybersecurity, Real Time Data, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Networking, Threat Modeling, Systems Design

    ★ 4.3 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Immunology, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mindfulness, Public Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Mental Health Therapies

    ★ 4.5 (104) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    America's Written Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Governance, Public History

    ★ 4.8 (468) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Cases & Evaluate Models in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Financial Auditing, Financial Modeling, Data Presentation, Auditing, Case Studies, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Quality Assurance, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Model Evaluation, Storytelling, Quality Assessment, Critical Thinking, Verification And Validation, Financial Reporting, Investigation, Due Diligence, Business Valuation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

  • Water Resources Management and Policy: University of Geneva
  • Negotiation and Ethical Practices in Account Management: Microsoft
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1 : Sungkyunkwan University
  • Check Template Branding : Coursera
  • Fundamentals of Computer Network Security: University of Colorado System
  • Financial Reporting Quality Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
  • Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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