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    Communication skills courses can help you learn how to express ideas clearly, listen actively, and engage effectively in personal, academic, and professional settings.

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    Find the Best Communication Skills Course for Your Goals

    • Status: New
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      Voxy

      English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Social Skills, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Professional Development, Active Listening, Communication, Grammar, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Big Interview

      El Arte de la Entrevista de Trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Test Tools, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Use SharePoint & Power Virtual Agent to Create Smart Chatbot

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Automation, Internal Communications, Artificial Intelligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Contingency Planning, Threat Management, Incident Management, Risk Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Vulnerability Assessments, Business Risk Management, IT Infrastructure, Test Planning, Cloud Computing, Performance Measurement, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Voxy

      Low Intermediate English: Shopping & Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Product Knowledge, Language Learning, English Language, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Customer Inquiries, Customer Complaint Resolution, Telephone Skills, Vocabulary, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Grammar, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Intermediate Data Analysis Techniques with Pandas

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Software, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Data Transformation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Codio

      Advanced Django: External APIs and Task Queuing

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Application Frameworks, Web Development, GitHub, Development Environment, Version Control

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      ArcGIS for Beginners: Mapping Urban Green Spaces

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Presentation, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Data Import/Export, Data Mapping, Data Manipulation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      Project Management for Information Technology and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Quality Management, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Cost Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Allocation, Project Management, Cost Estimation, Scheduling, Project Management Life Cycle, Information Technology, Leadership Studies, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Communications, Human Resources Management and Planning, Procurement

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Leadership Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Leadership and Management, Change Management, Health Care, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      UX Design: Research, Prototyping, Accessible Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Usability, Figma (Design Software), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Persona (User Experience)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      Les médias numériques pour améliorer les résultats de santé

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Behavioral Health, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Facebook, User Centered Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner: Voxy
    • El Arte de la Entrevista de Trabajo: Big Interview
    • Use SharePoint & Power Virtual Agent to Create Smart Chatbot: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Packt
    • Low Intermediate English: Shopping & Customer Service: Voxy
    • Intermediate Data Analysis Techniques with Pandas: Packt
    • Advanced Django: External APIs and Task Queuing: Codio
    • ArcGIS for Beginners: Mapping Urban Green Spaces: Coursera Project Network
    • Project Management for Information Technology and Management: Illinois Tech
    • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Communication Skills?

    Communication skills are essential for expressing ideas clearly, building relationships, and collaborating effectively in any setting. They play a key role in leadership, teamwork, conflict resolution, and career growth. Learning communication skills can help you connect with others, present ideas with confidence, and succeed across professional and personal environments.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Communication Skills

    Popular options include Improving Communication Skills from the University of Pennsylvania, Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills from Starweaver, and the Business English Communication Skills Specialization from the University of Washington. These cover verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, public speaking, and workplace messaging.‎

    Yes. Many courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. If you want to complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to communicate clearly and confidently in both personal and professional settings. Topics may include writing effective emails, delivering presentations, giving and receiving feedback, and building interpersonal or cross-cultural communication skills.‎

    No experience is required. Most courses are beginner-friendly and designed to help you build communication skills from the ground up. There are also intermediate and advanced options for professionals looking to refine specific areas like leadership communication or persuasive speaking.‎

    Absolutely. Strong communication is essential across every industry. Whether you’re preparing for interviews, managing a team, or leading client presentations, Coursera courses can help you build practical, job-ready skills and earn certificates to show your growth.‎

    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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