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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


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    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Data Presentation, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Process Development, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel

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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, AI Enablement, Data Visualization Software, Artificial Intelligence, Portfolio Management, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Python for Data Science, AI & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy, Scripting, Data Collection, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    44K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Communication, People Development, Tactfulness, Relationship Management, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Structure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Introduction to Public Speaking

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

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, R (Software), Regression Analysis, Leaflet (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, GitHub

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    51K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Containerization, Server Side, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Database Design, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Grafana, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Advanced Mathematics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Computer Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Python Programming, C and C++, Infectious Diseases, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Software Development Life Cycle, Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, Software Architecture, Android Studio, User Centered Design, Android Development, Swift Programming, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, User Interface (UI) Design, Android (Operating System), Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Ethics, AI Personalization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Server Side, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Database Design, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Front-End Web Development, Ajax, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    9.6K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, AI literacy, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Leadership, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    9.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, AI Workflows, Google Workspace

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
  • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer: IBM
  • IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer: IBM

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