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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


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diagnostic Tests

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    538 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, English Language

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    636 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Empathy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Using Generative AI in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Data Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Copilot, Health Equity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Speaking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    139 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Language Competency, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    439 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Communicating with the Public

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Writing, Rapport Building, Liberal Arts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IESE Business School

    Persuasive Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Oral Expression, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Motivational Skills, Sales Presentation, Business Communication, Professional Development, Motion Arguments, Presentations, Deductive Reasoning, Trustworthiness, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Personal Attributes, Technical Documentation, Layout Design, Graphical Tools, Design Software, Scripting, Prompt Engineering Tools, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    709 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إتقان فن الإيجاز في الحديث | Mastering The Art of Briefing

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Business Correspondence, Communication, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, Presentations, Vocabulary

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach: Imperial College London
  • IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • Communicating to Diverse Audiences: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Using Generative AI in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Speaking Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking): Koç University
  • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
  • Persuasive Communication: IESE Business School
  • Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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