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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.


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    Imperial College London

    Study Designs in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Public Health, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis

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    616 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Mentorship, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Relationship Building, Social Media Strategy, Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication, Adaptability, Collaboration, Business Research, Negotiation, Leadership, Professionalism, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Learning Linux for LFCA Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Monitoring, Operating System Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Ubuntu, Version Control, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Git (Version Control System), File Systems, User Accounts, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    English for Teaching Purposes

    Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Train The Trainer, Grammar

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    631 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Advanced Data Visualization with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Stakeholder Communications, Geospatial Mapping, Business Reporting, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Mapping

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    Learn English

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Liberal Arts, English Language, Social Sciences, Literacy, Language Learning, Economics, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Psychology, Writing, Research, Business Management, Communication Strategies, Oral Comprehension

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Cybersecurity basics for everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Encryption, Security Awareness, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Risk, Malware Protection, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Human-Centered Security: Designing Usable & Safe Systems

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Usability, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Threat Modeling, UI/UX Strategy, Interaction Design, Application Security, Authentications, Human Centered Design, Security Strategy, Usability Testing, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Safety Standards, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Research, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis, Media and Communications, Crisis Intervention, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Trend Analysis, Social Impact, Psychology, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Oral Expression

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

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    Imperial College London

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Public Health, Healthcare Project Management, Patient Safety, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Systems, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Clinical Leadership, Patient-centered Care, Data Quality, Health Care, Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Geographic Information Systems, Data Collection

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Smarter Content and Communications with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing and Public Relations, Editing, Customer Insights, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Persona Development, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

  • Study Designs in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
  • Career Discovery: Kennesaw State University
  • Learning Linux for LFCA Certification: LearnQuest
  • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Advanced Data Visualization with Tableau: Tableau Learning Partner
  • Learn English: Tsinghua University
  • Cybersecurity basics for everyone: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Human-Centered Security: Designing Usable & Safe Systems: Packt
  • Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice: Universiteit Leiden
  • Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience: University of California, Davis

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