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

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    • Status: Free
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      Politecnico di Milano

      Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Health Disparities, Community and Social Work, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Social Justice, Public Health, Public Policies, Community Outreach, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2))

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Creativity, Storytelling, Writing, Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Emergency Response, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Digital Innovation: How to Build Digital Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications, Business Transformation, Data Storage, Media and Communications, Virtual Teams, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Scalability, Machine Learning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Environment, Water Resources, Social Sciences, Mitigation, Environmental Science, International Relations, Public Policies, Environment and Resource Management, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Economics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Emerging Approaches for Measuring Population Health

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Data Collection, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Community Health, Health Care, Research Methodologies, Health Information Management, Data Quality, Chronic Diseases, Diversity Awareness, Electronic Medical Record

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Audience Demographics with Facebook Audience Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Target Audience, Facebook, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Customer Insights, Social Media, Social Media Management, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Marketing, Performance Analysis

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Créer une présentation éducative avec Microsoft Powerpoint

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Blockchain and Cryptography Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Encryption, Data Integrity, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      The State University of New York

      Multi-Event Facility Enterprises & Management

      Skills you'll gain: Facility Management, Event Management, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Event Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Insurance, Safety and Security, Budgeting, Advertising

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      How to Setup Facebook Messenger for a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Customer Communications Management, Business Correspondence, Drive Engagement

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Aprende a administrar contenido en Facebook Creator Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Instagram, Facebook, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Scheduling, Social Media Strategy, Paid media, Dashboard

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy: Politecnico di Milano
    • 中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2)): National Taiwan University
    • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Digital Innovation: How to Build Digital Processes: University of California, Davis
    • Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Emerging Approaches for Measuring Population Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Audience Demographics with Facebook Audience Insights : Coursera Project Network
    • Créer une présentation éducative avec Microsoft Powerpoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Blockchain and Cryptography Overview: SkillUp EdTech
    • Multi-Event Facility Enterprises & Management: The State University of New York

    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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