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    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Crafting Strategies for Innovation Initiatives for Corporate Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Internal Auditing, Internal Communications, Corporate Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, Auditing, New Business Development

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Special Competitive Studies Project

      AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Artificial Intelligence, Training Programs, OpenAI, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Program Evaluation, ChatGPT, Technology Roadmaps, Policy Analysis, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Advocacy, Training and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Policies, Fundraising, Governance, Legal Risk, Policy Development, Strategic Partnership, Program Evaluation, Accountability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Data Visualization with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Plotly, Matplotlib, Dashboard, Seaborn, Tableau Software, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Infosec

      Privacy Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Security, Governance, Information Assurance, Document Management, Security Controls, Threat Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Compliance Management, Training Programs, Compliance Training, Incident Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Assessing and Improving Community Health

      Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Care, Data Collection, Socioeconomics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Florida

      TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Equipment and Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Telehealth, Vulnerability, Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Health Care, Data Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Informatics, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Security Controls

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Villes africaines: Mobilités et transports urbains

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Demography, Economic Development, Community Development, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Socioeconomics, Sociology, Environmental Policy, Governance, Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Study Design

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Research Design, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Research, Quantitative Research, Public Health, Health Care, Research Methodologies, Statistics, Risk Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Graphical Tools, Design Strategies, Design, Program Evaluation, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Empathy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Prospectiva jurídica

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Research Methodologies, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Social Justice, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Google 데이터 애널리틱스 수료증 이수 과정

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Stakeholder Communications, Data Literacy, Data Integrity, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Data Ethics, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Validation, LinkedIn, Database Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      46 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Crafting Strategies for Innovation Initiatives for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
    • AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions: Special Competitive Studies Project
    • Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Data Visualization with Python: Duke University
    • Privacy Fundamentals: Infosec
    • Assessing and Improving Community Health: University of Michigan
    • TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices: University of Florida
    • Villes africaines: Mobilités et transports urbains: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Population Health: Study Design: Universiteit Leiden
    • Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    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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