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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Foundations in Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Learning Strategies, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Aesthetics, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Duke University

    English Composition I

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Persuasive Communication, Writing and Editing, English Language, Case Studies, Journalism, Editing

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Excel and Copilot Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Data Manipulation, User Interface (UI)

    ★ 4.3 (423) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • H

    HubSpot Academy

    Sales Training: Building Your Sales Career

    Skills you'll gain: Inside Sales, Consultative Approaches, Sales Training, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Selling Techniques, Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Solution Selling, Prospecting and Qualification, Consumer Behaviour, Personalized Service, Communication

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Canva (Software), Brand Management, Instagram, Video Editing, Content Scheduling, Meta Ads Manager, Prompt Engineering, Facebook, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Automation, Copywriting, Generative AI, Social Media Content, Video Production, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing

    ★ 4.5 (3.8K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Perfect Tenses and Modals

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Writing

    ★ 4.8 (4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Journals, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Research, Proofreading, Research Methodologies, Editing, Document Management, Style Guides, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.6 (2.8K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gangster Fiction: The Gangster American Dream

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, AI literacy, Culture, Creative Problem-Solving, Liberal Arts, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Independent Thinking, Media and Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Flavor and Aroma

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Analytical Skills, Writing, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Auditing, Loss Prevention, Internal Controls, Financial Controls, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Financial Data, Investigation, Analytics, Specialized Accounting, Big Data, Accounting, Business Ethics, Data Mining, Accountability

    ★ 4.7 (6.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Edureka

    Generative AI for Business Process Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Make.com, Generative AI, Workflow Management, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Business Operations, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Business Planning, Business Communication, Customer Engagement, Enterprise Application Management, Canva (Software)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Managing Project Risks and Changes

    Skills you'll gain: Project Performance, Communication Planning, Project Risk Management, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scope Management, Change Management, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (9.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations in Critical Thinking: Arizona State University
  • English Composition I: Duke University
  • Excel and Copilot Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Sales Training: Building Your Sales Career: HubSpot Academy
  • Social Media Marketing: Coursera
  • Perfect Tenses and Modals: University of California, Irvine
  • How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course): École Polytechnique
  • Gangster Fiction: The Gangster American Dream: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Wine Tasting: Flavor and Aroma: University of California, Davis
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination: West Virginia University

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