• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Public Speaking

    Public Speaking Courses

    Public speaking courses can help you learn how to communicate ideas clearly and confidently in front of audiences across personal, academic, and professional settings.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Public Speaking Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Infosec

      Introduction to Privacy - Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Information Privacy, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Compliance Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Program Development, Accountability, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Educación sobre el cambio climático

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Interactive Learning, Public Health, Community Development, Environmental Science, Teaching, Education and Training, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Land Management, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Student Engagement, Environment and Resource Management, Educational Materials, Architecture and Construction

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      How to use influencer marketing to grow instagram business

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Marketing, Business Marketing, Social Media, Drive Engagement, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing

      1.8
      Rating, 1.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Introducción al Derecho Internacional Público

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Arbitration, Diplomacy, Mediation, Public Policies, Commercial Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Negotiation, Governance, Economic Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Data Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Heat Maps, Data Integrity

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Introducción a la teoría política

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Ancient History, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, European History, Public Policies, Sociology, World History, Governance

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Emory University

      "Making" Progress Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, Community Development, Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Socioeconomics, Research, Interpersonal Communications

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
      ·
      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      INSEAD

      Introdução às Tecnologias Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Payment Systems, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, Business Transformation, Information Privacy, Transaction Processing, Stakeholder Management, Design Elements And Principles, Scalability, Program Implementation, Innovation, Governance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 3

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Forecasting, Business Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Commercial Lending, Decision Making, Mortgage Loans, Exploratory Data Analysis, Consumer Lending

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Dynamic Dashboards with Tableau: Advanced Sales Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Business Considerations for 5G with Edge, IoT, and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Innovation, Business Strategies, Real Time Data, Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Wireless Networks, Operational Efficiency, Telecommunications, Data Security, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Point of Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Laboratory Testing, Patient Evaluation, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Public Health, Health Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Molecular Biology, Innovation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to public speaking

    public speaking communication skills
    public speaking with canva
    public speaking and presentations
    dynamic public speaking
    introduction to public speaking
    training and practicing in english public speaking
    مهارة مخاطبة الجمهور | public speaking skills
    1…108109110…166

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

    • Introduction to Privacy - Part 1: Infosec
    • Educación sobre el cambio climático: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • How to use influencer marketing to grow instagram business: Coursera Project Network
    • Introducción al Derecho Internacional Público: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Data Storytelling: University of California, Irvine
    • Introducción a la teoría política: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • "Making" Progress Teach-Out: Emory University
    • Introdução às Tecnologias Blockchain: INSEAD
    • Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 3: Coursera Project Network
    • Dynamic Dashboards with Tableau: Advanced Sales Analysis: Coursera Project Network

    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.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Do Not Sell/Share
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok