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    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Media and Communications, Health Disparities, Interviewing Skills, Advocacy, Mental Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      AI in Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Marketing, Generative AI, Social Media Marketing, Customer experience improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing Automation, Social Media, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Business Ethics, Predictive Analytics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con PicsArt

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Collaborative Software, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Video Editing, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Photo Editing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Encryption, Windows Servers, Web Servers, Key Management, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Advanced Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Modeling, Tableau Software, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Dashboard, Performance Tuning, Technical Analysis, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Data Warehousing, Market Data, Data Presentation, Investment Banking, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tree Maps, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Integration, Market Analysis, Data Storytelling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      La era digital en América Latina y el Caribe

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Public Policies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Economic Development, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Governance, Telecommunications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Resilience, Mentorship, Assertiveness, Coaching, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership and Management, Branding, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Public Policies, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Legal Proceedings, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Community Health, Crisis Intervention, Civil Law, Health Policy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Crisis Management and Crisis Communication Consulting  

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Consulting, Management Consulting, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Trend Analysis, Continuous Monitoring

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fractal Analytics

      Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Data Security, Governance, Data Integrity, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Diversity Awareness, Machine Learning, Data Validation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development Methodologies, Change Management, Project Management, System Implementation, Compliance Auditing, Software Testing, Auditing, Development Testing, Information Technology, Verification And Validation, Project Management Office (PMO), Internal Controls, Governance, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Data Integrity, Risk Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Translating Research to Communities

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Community Health, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Research, Research Methodologies, Cultural Sensitivity, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists: Johns Hopkins University
    • AI in Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con PicsArt: Coursera Project Network
    • Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch: Packt
    • Advanced Tableau: Corporate Finance Institute
    • La era digital en América Latina y el Caribe: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Crisis Management and Crisis Communication Consulting  : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations: Fractal Analytics

    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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