Turn everyday conversations into meaningful, impactful exchanges with this Effective Communication skills course that truly makes a difference.
Effective Communication Skills
Effective Communication Skills
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Beginner level
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3 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Understand communication essentials by learning key components, communication types, and barriers, helping you express ideas clearly in any situation
Build stronger workplace relationships by using active listening to prevent misunderstandings and foster deeper, more meaningful interactions
Enhance professional impact with refined email etiquette, confident body language, virtual communication skills, and improved oral delivery
Use emotional intelligence to communicate with empathy and awareness, supported by practical assignments that strengthen real-world communication
Skills you'll gain
- Communication
- Virtual Teams
- Interpersonal Communications
- Active Listening
- Self-Awareness
- Empathy
- Overcoming Obstacles
- Rapport Building
- Non-Verbal Communication
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Influencing
- Communication Strategies
- Emotional Intelligence
- Adaptability
- Business Communication
- Teamwork
- Conflict Management
- Public Speaking
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Assessments
10 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 2 modules in this course
Learn the core components, types, and barriers of communication, along with powerful active listening strategies to enhance clarity and understanding at work.
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11 videos4 assignments1 plugin
Master professional communication techniques including email and virtual etiquette, body language, oral communication, and emotional intelligence for impactful workplace interactions.
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14 videos6 assignments
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Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
it was very enjoyable full of benefits. I’ve learned a lot
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A very effective, concise and easy to learn communication.
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Very useful, interesting. Many thanks for organizing of this course.
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Frequently asked questions
This beginner-level Communication Skills training is suitable for anyone—from entry-level professionals to managers—who engages with clients, colleagues, or stakeholders and seeks to enhance their ability to convey ideas effectively, listen actively, and manage discussions.
No formal requirements are required. It's intended for beginners, so as long as you're willing to learn and communicate with others, you're set.
You'll learn to communicate with clarity and empathy by interpreting verbal and nonverbal signs, practicing active listening, asking intelligent questions, enhancing virtual meeting dynamics, and writing emails that land effectively.
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