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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Development, Communication, Writing, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Presentations, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Public Relations And Publicity

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Content Scheduling, Prompt Engineering, LinkedIn, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Content, Podcasting, Thought Leadership, Earned Media, Web Presence, Web Analytics and SEO, Frontend Performance, Social Media Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Channel, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Marketing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Effective Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Communication, Target Audience, Persuasive Communication, Communication Planning, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Writing, Data Storytelling, Event Management, Planning, Event Planning, Goal Setting, Tactfulness, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Effective Communication & Powerful Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Presentations, Business Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Business Leadership, Microsoft PowerPoint, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Studies, Professional Development, Composure, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Business

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • A

    Adobe

    Present Like a Leader: Adobe Express Executive Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Adobe Express, Visual Storytelling, Infographics, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Presentations, LinkedIn, Sales Presentation, Responsible AI, Personal Attributes, Professional Development, Advertising, Interviewing Skills, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Branding, Public Speaking, Generative AI

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Public Relations, Media Relations, Target Audience, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Campaign Planning, Media Planning, AI literacy, Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Generative AI, AI Personalization

    4.7 stars, 160 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (160) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Biostatistics in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Histogram, Box Plots, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Literacy, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Statistics

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات العرض والتقديم | Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills

    4.8 stars, 221 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (221) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Driving engagement, Stress Management

    4.9 stars, 297 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (297) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Using Public Policy for Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Social and Human Services, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Evaluation, Public Administration, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Problem Solving

    4.9 stars, 193 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (193) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Self-Discipline, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Self-Motivation

    4.6 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (35) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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 stars, 714 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (714) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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