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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


  • U

    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, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Executive Presence, Active Listening

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication with Genial.ly

    Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Technical Communication, Design, Education Software and Technology, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Digital Design, Project Design, Writing and Editing, Layout Design

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Communication Skills for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Infographics, Business Communication, Corporate Communications, Interactive Data Visualization, Concision, Strategic Communication, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Writing, Electronic Media, Writing

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Building, Diversity Awareness, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Team Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Writing, Organizational Skills, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    SkillUp

    Critical Communication and Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Drive Engagement, Concision, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Empathy, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Relations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Communication and Relationship Building

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Active Listening, Empathy, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Digital Communications, Business Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Behavioral Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Communicating Your Best Self

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Professionalism, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Relationship Building, Business Writing, Collaboration, Active Listening, Concision, Writing, Presentations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Productivity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Resilience, Empowerment, Oral Expression, Prioritization, Active Listening, Persuasive Communication, Teamwork, Writing, Interpersonal Communications

    ★ 4.6 (251) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and Negotiation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Performance Management, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Communication, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Performance Review, Relationship Building, Strategic Thinking, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Complex Problem Solving, Active Listening, Plan Execution

    ★ 4.6 (213) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Workplace Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Oral Expression, Teamwork, Team Building, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Team Performance Management, Visionary, Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Innovation, Communication, Culture, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.7 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Authentic Communication With Confidence And Impact: University of London
  • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Communication Skills for Engineers: Rice University
  • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Critical Communication and Leadership Skills: SkillUp
  • Communication and Relationship Building: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Professional Skills: Communicating Your Best Self: Arizona State University
  • Soft skills: Packt
  • Leadership and Negotiation Skills: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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