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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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Prioritization, Social Media Marketing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Recruitment, Music Performance, Presentations, Writing

      4.9
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Clinical Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Clinical Data Management, R Programming, Google Cloud Platform, Health Informatics, Unstructured Data

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Dynamic Advertising and Media Buying

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Media Buying, Content Performance Analysis, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Campaign Management, Paid media, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Automation, Content Creation, A/B Testing, Budget Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for PR Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Team Leadership, Data Ethics, Promotions and Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Hands-on with AWS: Software Development Practices

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Application Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Software Development, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), DevOps, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Amazon Web Services, Software Testing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Control Systems, Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Systems Integration, Information Systems Security, Integration Testing, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Analytics, Real Time Data

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Deploy AI Apps with Cloudflare

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Serverless Computing, Application Security, Web Servers, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      Management

      Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Governance, IT Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Technical Communication, Risk Management, Corporate Communications, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Deploying Windows Clients & Managing Identities

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Identity and Access Management, Windows Servers, System Configuration, User Provisioning, Desktop Support, Active Directory, Remote Access Systems, Application Deployment, Software Installation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Technical Support and Services, Automation, Data Migration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Graphical Tools, Design Strategies, Design, Program Evaluation, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Empathy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Foundations of Modern Mining

      Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Requirements, Project Closure, Operational Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Operational Efficiency, Environment and Resource Management, Manufacturing and Production, Natural Resource Management, Material Handling, Prospecting and Qualification, Environmental Monitoring

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Jordan University of Science and Technology

      Object Oriented Development using C#

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, Software Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Development Testing, Query Languages

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Clinical Natural Language Processing: University of Colorado System
    • GenAI for Dynamic Advertising and Media Buying: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for PR Specialists: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Hands-on with AWS: Software Development Practices: Amazon Web Services
    • Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation: LearnQuest
    • Deploy AI Apps with Cloudflare: Scrimba
    • Management: Infosec
    • Deploying Windows Clients & Managing Identities: Packt
    • Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    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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