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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Foundations in Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Learning Strategies, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Aesthetics, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Capstone Project: Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Campaign Planning, Paid media, Digital Analysis, Presentations, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Content Development and Management, Social Media Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, LinkedIn, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, E-Commerce, Business Analysis, Market Analysis

    4.1 stars, 8 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (8) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Foundations of Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Compilation, Data Analysis, Business Metrics, Plan Execution, Business Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Implementation, Continuous Monitoring

    4.8 stars, 2.2K reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Autoencoders, Feature Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Supervised Learning, Generative AI, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 3.7K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (3.7K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Generative Model Architectures, Data Maintenance, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Computer Architecture, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chegg Skills

    AI-Enabled Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security, Authentications, Machine Learning, Network Security, Data Analysis, Automation, Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Metadata Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Quantitative Research, Data Compilation, Data Literacy, Data Access, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Typography, Data Wrangling

    4.8 stars, 3.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    AI for Non-Technical Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, AI literacy, AI Product Strategy, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, AI powered creativity, AI Workflows, GitHub Copilot, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, AI Integrations, Data Management, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Business Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Arduino Platform and C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Electronics Engineering, Program Development, Software Installation, Development Environment, Digital Communications, Build Tools

    4.7 stars, 7.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Applied AI for UX and Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, Responsible AI, User Experience Design, User Experience, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Design, User Centered Design, Layout Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Prototyping

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Entrepreneurship, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Brand Strategy, Branding, Project Planning, Performing Arts, Business, Social Media

    4.8 stars, 3.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Excel and Copilot Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Data Manipulation, User Interface (UI)

    4.3 stars, 439 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (439) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Foundations in Critical Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Capstone Project: Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM
  • Foundations of Business Intelligence: Google
  • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
  • Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security: Microsoft
  • AI-Enabled Cybersecurity: Chegg Skills
  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis: University of Toronto
  • AI for Non-Technical Professionals: STARWEAVER
  • The Arduino Platform and C Programming: University of California, Irvine
  • Applied AI for UX and Web Design: Chegg Skills

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