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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


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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Tact

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Professionalism

    4.5
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Communicate with Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Editing, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Concision, Graphic and Visual Design, Grammar, Storytelling, Organizational Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Cómo hablar bien en público

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Time Management, Goal Setting, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professionalism, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    91 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    PwC

    Effective Business Presentations with Powerpoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Oral Expression, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Data Visualization, Business Communication, Storytelling, Client Services, Communication, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Data Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills, Planning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    393 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Communicating with Presence

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Public Speaking for Beginners - Speak with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Communication Strategies, Peer Review, Personal Development, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Making Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Selling Techniques, English Language, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    785 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Authentic Communication With Confidence And Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Attributes, Public Speaking, Communication, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Workplace inclusivity, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Executive Presence, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Telecommuting, Driving engagement, Active Listening

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Effective Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Virtual Teams, Target Audience, Microsoft Office, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Business Communication, Planning, Organizational Skills, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Speaking and Presenting: Tact: University of Michigan
  • Communicate with Polish: Harvard Business Review
  • Cómo hablar bien en público: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: Starweaver
  • Effective Business Presentations with Powerpoint: PwC
  • Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen: University of California, Irvine
  • Communicating with Presence: IESE Business School
  • Public Speaking for Beginners - Speak with Confidence: Packt
  • Business English: Making Presentations: University of Washington
  • Authentic Communication With Confidence And Impact: University of London

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