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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 California, Irvine

    Academic Listening and Note-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Critical Thinking, Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    970 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Science of Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physiology, Sports Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Immunology, Preventative Care, Respiration, Athletic Training, Endocrinology, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Public Health, Mental Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    People & Soft Skills: Essential for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Problem Solving, Presentations, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Social Skills, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Professionalism, Workflow Management, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    5.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    First Step Korean

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Grammar, Writing, Vocabulary, Literacy, Culture

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    53K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Negotiation, People Development, Social Skills, Organizational Structure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Business Writing, Business, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    411 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Cómo crear presentaciones usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Content Creation, Public Speaking, Graphic Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Stanford University

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Public Health, Long Term Care

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    780 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Successful Interviewing

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Concision, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Business Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Negotiation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Advocacy, Training Programs, Health Systems, Health Policy, Primary Care, Education and Training, Community Health, Smart Goals, Intercultural Competence, Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Community Development, Behavioral Health, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Community Development, Relationship Building, Vocabulary, Writing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Data Sharing, Epidemiology, Community Health, Metadata Management, Image Analysis, Project Management, Data Visualization Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Academic Listening and Note-Taking: University of California, Irvine
  • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder
  • People & Soft Skills: Essential for Professional Success: IBM
  • First Step Korean: Yonsei University
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Cómo crear presentaciones usando Canva: Coursera
  • Antibiotic Stewardship : Stanford University
  • Successful Interviewing: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Foundations of Global Health: Johns Hopkins University

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