Business communication courses can help you learn effective writing, presentation skills, active listening, and persuasive techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting communication styles for different audiences, and managing conflicts constructively. Many courses introduce tools like email platforms, presentation software, and collaboration apps, demonstrating how these skills enhance team interactions and improve overall communication strategies.

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Brainstorming, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Storyboarding, Customer Engagement, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Qualitative Research, Empathy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Vendor Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Cost Control, Vendor Relationship Management, Financial Statements, Performance Measurement, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Financial Management, Business Metrics, Hotel Operations, Finance, Leadership
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Improvement, Organizational Change, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Organizational Leadership, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Project Scoping, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Data Storytelling, Data Science, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Workflow Management, Project Management, Machine Learning
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Target Audience, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Branding, Social Media, Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Content Marketing, Instagram, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Self-Awareness, Growth Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Change Management, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Continuous Improvement Process, Persistence, Personal Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Vendor Management, Hospitality Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Social Media Marketing, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media, Performance Measurement, Digital Media Strategy, Content Creation, Operational Efficiency, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Customer Engagement, Search Engine Optimization, Content Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Selling Techniques, Prompt Engineering, Solution Selling, Sales, Value Propositions, Product Knowledge, Price Negotiation, Storytelling, Business Modeling, Generative AI
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Brand Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Content Creation, Target Audience, Logo Design, Storytelling, Branding, Product Design, Design Strategies, Social Media, Design, Marketing Design, Design Thinking, Brand Awareness, Adobe Illustrator, Social Media Marketing, Storyboarding, Visual Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Data Management, Productivity Software, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, AI Enablement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks