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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


  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Storytelling, SQL, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Database Design, Data Security, Data Migration, Data Governance, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Store, Data Management, MySQL, Databases, Data Architecture, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (19K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.9 (16K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Interview Preparation: Resume to Final Round

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Telephone Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Social Skills, Professional Development, Composure, Business Research, Self-Awareness

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Introduction to Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Stress Management, Organizational Skills

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Fundamentals of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Design Software, Conceptual Design, Design Reviews, Adobe Photoshop, Design Strategies, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Analysis, Creative Thinking, Creativity

    ★ 4.8 (18K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Return On Investment, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Business Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Finance, Regression Analysis, Financial Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Income Statement, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Finance

    ★ 4.5 (17K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Generative Model Architectures, OpenAI, Data Storytelling, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Data Processing

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Creativity, Education Software and Technology

    ★ 4.8 (8.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Google Gemini, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, LLM Application, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Google Workspace, Data Synthesis

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influencing People Without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Decision Making, Professional Networking, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Communication, Creativity, Independent Thinking, People Development, Relationship Building, Tactfulness, People Management, Relationship Management, Growth Mindedness, Social Skills, Recognizing Others

    ★ 4.8 (4.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Personal Success at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Professionalism, Communication, Business Communication, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Communications, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership and Management, Organizational Skills, Delegation Skills, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Job Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Motivational Interviewing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    English for Food and Hobbies

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Social Skills, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Grammar

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • IBM Data Management: IBM
  • Teach English Now! Foundational Principles: Arizona State University
  • Interview Preparation: Resume to Final Round: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
  • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM
  • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
  • AI Fundamentals: Google
  • Influencing People Without Authority: University of Michigan

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