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Business Communication Courses

Business communication courses can help you learn effective writing, presentation skills, active listening, and persuasive techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting communication styles for different audiences, and managing conflicts constructively. Many courses introduce tools like email platforms, presentation software, and collaboration apps, demonstrating how these skills enhance team interactions and improve overall communication strategies.

Popular Business Communication Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Corporate Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Storytelling, Internal Communications, Social Media, Employee Engagement, Telecommuting, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Driving engagement

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

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Social Media as a Marketing Tool in Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Media Planning, Brand Marketing, Media Strategy, Communication Planning, Media and Communications, Digital Media Strategy, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Social Media Analytics, Paid media, Content Creation

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • L

    LearnKartS

    Effective Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Oral Comprehension, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Tactfulness, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Teamwork

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • H

    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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Social Skills, Persuasive Communication, Teamwork, Influencing, Empowerment, Initiative and Leadership, Goal-Oriented, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Effective Communication for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Intercultural Competence, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Team Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership, Leadership Development, Empathy, Concision, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Team Collaboration, Telecommuting, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Demography

    ★ 4.5 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • 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 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

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

    ★ 4.6 (96) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Peking University

    Management Communication 管理沟通

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Business Communication, Team Management, Internal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

    ★ 4.8 (181) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • L

    Logical Operations

    Effective Interpersonal Communication for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Internal Communications, Communication Strategies, Corporate Communications, Social Skills, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Active Listening, Relationship Building, Organizational Structure, Mediation, Customer Relationship Building, Contract Negotiation, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Vendor Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Executive Communication & Data Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Active Listening, Business Writing, Data Visualization, Concision, Data Presentation, Sales Presentation, Non-Verbal Communication, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Storytelling, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.4 (43) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Corporate Communications: University of California, Irvine
  • Social Media as a Marketing Tool in Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Effective Communication Skills: LearnKartS
  • Communicate with Polish: Harvard Business Review
  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Effective Communication for Leaders: Creo Incubator
  • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
  • Crafting Business Presentations, Proposals, Crisis Comms: Coursera
  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: STARWEAVER
  • Management Communication 管理沟通: Peking University

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