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    Find the Best Public Speaking Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Cree Increíbles Diseños de Mercadeo usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Marketing Design, Social Media, Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Materials, Branding, User Accounts

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      141 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      Khalifa University

      Arabic for Beginners: Communicating in Arabic Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Culture, Vocabulary, Writing, Cultural Diversity, Oral Expression, Grammar, Literacy

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Media and Communications, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Journalism, Crisis Intervention, Medical Science and Research, Emergency Response, Mathematical Modeling, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Health Systems, Community Health, Microbiology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Health Impacts of Chemicals in Consumer Products

      Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Chemistry, Risk Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Personal Care, Environmental Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Pharmacology, Child Health, Working With Children

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Public Relations, Corporate Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Digital Communications, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Rochester

      Community Engagement in Research and Population Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Community Outreach, Data Collection, Research, Program Evaluation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Professional Presentations: Canva AI Magic Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Canva (Software), Presentations, Prompt Engineering, Photo Editing, Generative AI, Brand Management, Content Creation, Video Editing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Accountability, Cultural Diversity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Encryption and Cryptography Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Network Security, Blockchain, Authentications, Data Integrity, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Economía del Cambio Climático

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Policy, Economics, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Behavioral Economics, Environmental Regulations, Public Policies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Tax, Market Dynamics, World History, Environmental Science, Big Data, Decision Making

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ¿Cómo funcionan las marcas?

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Management, Consumer Behaviour, Internal Communications, Marketing and Public Relations, Target Audience

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Developing Explainable AI (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Cree Increíbles Diseños de Mercadeo usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Arabic for Beginners: Communicating in Arabic Culture: Khalifa University
    • Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !: University of Geneva
    • Health Impacts of Chemicals in Consumer Products: University of Michigan
    • Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution: Starweaver
    • Community Engagement in Research and Population Health: University of Rochester
    • Professional Presentations: Canva AI Magic Studio: Coursera Project Network
    • Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare: University of Michigan
    • Encryption and Cryptography Essentials: IBM
    • Economía del Cambio Climático: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    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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