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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Take your resume to the next level with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Visual Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Information Assurance Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Email Security, Border Gateway Protocol, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      TypeScript Operators

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Computational Logic, Other Programming Languages, Programming Principles, Data Structures

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The State University of New York

      تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Training and Development, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Management Training And Development, Professional Development, Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Benchmarking, Organizational Skills, Willingness To Learn, Portfolio Management, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Asana for Beginners: Track project progress

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Timelines, Kanban Principles

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Simplilearn

      Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Engagement, Excel Formulas, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Team Leadership, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Stakeholder Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Management, Business Process

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, User Experience, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, User Flows, Qualitative Research, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Human Computer Interaction, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI), Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Research Methodologies, Design, Interviewing Skills

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Healthcare Delivery for Medical Practice Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Care Management, Practice Management, Case Management, Care Coordination, Budget Management, Public Health, Primary Care, Patient Flow, Preventative Care, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Financial Management, Revenue Forecasting, Regulatory Compliance, Expense Management, Needs Assessment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Programming Languages â… 

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care: Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Portfolio Management, Team Oriented, Project Closure, Care Coordination, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Quality Improvement, Organizational Change, Change Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Time Series Mastery: Forecasting with ETS, ARIMA, Python

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Mastering Data Visualization in Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Take your resume to the next level with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Information Assurance Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
    • TypeScript Operators: Coursera Project Network
    • تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي: The State University of New York
    • Asana for Beginners: Track project progress: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training: Simplilearn
    • Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Healthcare Delivery for Medical Practice Managers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Programming Languages â… : Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Value-Based Care: Capstone Project: University of Houston

    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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