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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


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    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Assertiveness, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Public Speaking, Influencing, Leadership, Business Leadership, Presentations, Team Building, Empowerment, Executive Presence, Non-Verbal Communication, Teamwork, Initiative and Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Team Building, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Team Management, Business Writing, Strategic Communication, Strategic Thinking

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Communication Planning, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Storytelling, Target Audience, Cultural Diversity, Information Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Constructive Feedback, Influencing, Communication, Virtual Teams

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technical Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Editing, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Technical Management, Communication, Presentations, Proofreading, Trustworthiness, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Rapport Building, Engineering Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Executive Communication Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Responsible AI, Emotional Intelligence, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Communication Strategies, Communication, Technical Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Communications, Media and Communications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Take Your English Communication Skills to the Next Level

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Business Correspondence, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Professional Networking, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Writing, Setting Appointments, Writing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Effective Communication for Today’s Leader

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National University of Singapore

    Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, Social Skills, Professional Development, Writing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Feedback Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Tactfulness, Empathy, Performance Management, Growth Mindedness, Collaboration, Personal Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, De-escalation Techniques, Communication, Media and Communications, Emergency Response, Interpersonal Communications, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Persuasive Communication, Mentorship, Non-Verbal Communication, Healthcare Ethics

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Strategic Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Leadership, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Active Listening, Culture, Overcoming Obstacles

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Technical Communication, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Technical Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Executive Communication Excellence: Starweaver
  • Take Your English Communication Skills to the Next Level: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Effective Communication for Today’s Leader: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore
  • Feedback Skills: Packt
  • Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis: The State University of New York

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