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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.


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    University of London

    The Authentic Communicator: Building Presence and Trust

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Teamwork, Empathy, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Social Skills, Executive Presence, Stress Management, Professional Development, Influencing, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Strategic Public Relations Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Media and Communications, Marketing Budgets, Persona Development, Campaign Management, Content Strategy, AI Enablement, Stakeholder Analysis, Technology Strategies, Teamwork, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Creativity, Rapport Building, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management

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    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, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Speechwriting

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Writing, Proofreading, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Communicating with Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications

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    Alex Genadinik

    English Skills And Communication For Managers And Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Presentations, Business Communication, English Language, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Drive Engagement, Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence

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    Packt

    How to Become a Thought Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Content Strategy, Strategic Thinking

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    Packt

    How to Meet and Present to an Executive

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Continuous Improvement Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    The Impactful Communicator-Creating Connection and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Rapport Building, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Target Audience, Workplace inclusivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Presentations, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Active Listening, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Authentic Communicator: Building Presence and Trust : University of London
  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Strategic Public Relations Planning: Starweaver
  • (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح: University of Colorado Boulder
  • التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Communicating to Diverse Audiences: University of Minnesota
  • Fundamentals of Speechwriting: Coursera
  • Communicating with Presence: IESE Business School
  • English Skills And Communication For Managers And Leaders: Alex Genadinik
  • How to Become a Thought Leader: Packt

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