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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Professional Success Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Analysis, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Organizational Structure, Culture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    462 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Managing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, De-escalation Techniques, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Workplace Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Compassion, Leadership, Personal Development, Discussion Facilitation, Self-Awareness, Visionary, Team Leadership, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Effective Meeting Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Team Building, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, Discussion Facilitation, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Active Listening

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Social Skills, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Influencing, Composure, Decision Making, Stress Management, Problem Solving, Positivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Drive Project Success with Clear Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Collaborative Software, Taking Meeting Minutes, Internal Communications, Accountability, Team Oriented, Stakeholder Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Document Management, Communication Strategies, Project Coordination, Workflow Management, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Target Audience, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Media Strategy, Communication Strategies, Campaign Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Branding, Earned Media, Brand Management, Paid media, Owned Media, Business Strategy, Shared Media, Employee Engagement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • H

    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    Learning Mindsets & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Growth Mindedness, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Experimentation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Psychological Evaluations, Discussion Facilitation

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Assessing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, De-escalation Techniques, Professionalism, Negotiation, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Discussion Facilitation, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Managing Up

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Proactivity, Leadership, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Influencing, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Digital Fluency

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Storytelling, Content Creation, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Creativity, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Care, digital literacy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail: Coursera
  • Professional Skills: Managing Conflict: Arizona State University
  • Professional Skills: Workplace Culture: Arizona State University
  • Effective Meeting Skills: Packt
  • Professional Skills: Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
  • Drive Project Success with Clear Communication: Coursera
  • Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learning Mindsets & Skills: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • Professional Skills: Assessing Conflict: Arizona State University

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