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Speech courses can help you learn effective public speaking, persuasive communication, and vocal techniques. You can build skills in crafting compelling narratives, managing anxiety, and engaging diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like speech analysis software and presentation platforms, which enhance your ability to deliver impactful messages and refine your speaking style.


Popular Speech Courses and Certifications


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    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Express Yourself: Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    445 reviews

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    Koç University

    Etkili KonuÅŸmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism, Communication Strategies

    4.5
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    700 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Tact

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Social Skills, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Effective Communication for Today’s Leader

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    101 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Business Leadership, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Innovation, Crisis Management, Communication, Branding

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

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Successful Interviewing

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Concision, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Business Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Negotiation

    4.5
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    175 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Language Disorders, Anthropology, Multilingualism, English Language, Communication Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Oral Comprehension, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Social Sciences, Sociology, Research Methodologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Conversational English Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, English Language, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Vocabulary

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    774 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Telephone Language

    Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Professionalism, English Language, Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    101 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular speech courses

  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • Lesson | Express Yourself: Pronunciation: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Etkili KonuÅŸmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
  • English for Effective Business Speaking: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Speaking and Presenting: Tact: University of Michigan
  • TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Effective Communication for Today’s Leader: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling: Northwestern University
  • Successful Interviewing: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics: Universiteit Leiden

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