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    Find the Best Public Speaking Course for Your Goals

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Keyword Research, Drive Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Target Market

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 5

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Policy Analysis, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Ethics, Probability & Statistics, Applied Machine Learning, Public Policies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Austral

      Principios esenciales de diseño en Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Target Audience, Aesthetics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Public Relations, Social Media Management, Facebook, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Policy Analysis, Data Ethics, Leadership, Information Privacy, Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción a PicsArt para Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Instagram, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Graphics Software, Video Editing, Graphical Tools

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      مبادئ التسويق على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Campaigns, Instagram, Facebook, Brand Awareness, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Analytics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Toronto

      Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Professional Development, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Digital Communications

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Syndemics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, Community Health, Research Design, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Information Systems Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing, Data Integrity

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Quality Improvement for Population Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Administration, Health Care, Geographic Information Systems, Research Design, Data Presentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Operations, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Policy Development, Governance, Mitigation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Feature Engineering, Operational Efficiency, Advertising, Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Data Synthesis, Information Privacy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags: Coursera Project Network
    • Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 5: Coursera Project Network
    • Principios esenciales de diseño en Tableau: Universidad Austral
    • Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Introducción a PicsArt para Redes Sociales : Coursera Project Network
    • مبادئ التسويق على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي: Coursera Project Network
    • Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху: University of Toronto
    • Population Health: Syndemics: Universiteit Leiden
    • Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices : LearnQuest
    • Quality Improvement for Population Health: Imperial College London

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Speaking

    Top courses include Introduction to Public Speaking from the University of Washington, Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington as well, and Successful Presentation from the University of Colorado Boulder. These courses cover everything from organizing speeches to delivering them confidently and engagingly.‎

    Yes. Many public speaking courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to plan and structure presentations, speak with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and handle nerves. Some courses also cover visual aids, persuasive techniques, and adapting messages to different audiences.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and provide practical exercises to help you build skills gradually. More advanced courses focus on refining delivery and developing a personal speaking style.‎

    Yes. Public speaking is a valuable skill for job interviews, leadership, teaching, and everyday communication. Coursera courses can help you become a more effective and confident communicator, which can boost your performance in any professional or academic setting.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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