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Communication Skills Courses

Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Excel Macros, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Project Management Knowledge Areas

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Project Controls, Risk Management, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Risk Mitigation, Quality Management, Project Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Communications, Timelines, Procurement

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    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Managing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Composure, Tactfulness, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Concision

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Policy, Health Information Management, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Collaboration

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Working Effectively with Stakeholders

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Team Building, Project Management, Team Management, Accountability, Project Coordination, Delegation Skills, Communication Planning, Expectation Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EC-Council

    Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Threat Management, Mobile Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Security Controls, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Malware Protection, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Data Integrity

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Applied Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Python Programming

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    308 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, Cooperation, Communication Strategies, Team Building, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Process Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management Framework, Engineering Analysis, Safety and Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Marketing e vendas B2B: Fechando novos negócios

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Business Marketing, B2B Sales, Customer Insights, Sales Management, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Sales, Target Audience, Customer Success Management, Marketing, Inside Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular communication skills courses

  • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Project Management Knowledge Areas: LearnKartS
  • Managing Conflict : Arizona State University
  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Working Effectively with Stakeholders: Google
  • Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals: EC-Council
  • Introduction to Applied Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People: IESE Business School
  • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan

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