Communication skills courses can help you learn effective verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, persuasive speaking, and conflict resolution techniques. You can build skills in crafting clear messages, adapting your communication style to different audiences, and using feedback constructively. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration apps, which enhance your ability to convey ideas and engage with others in various settings.
University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Software Testing, Algorithms, Integration Testing, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Distributed Computing, Software Documentation
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Culture, Media and Communications, Creative Problem-Solving, Research, Writing, Writing and Editing, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Discussion Facilitation, Analytical Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Support, Customer experience improvement, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Retention, Customer Engagement, Greeting Customers, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Conflict Management, De-escalation Techniques, Crisis Management, Crisis Intervention
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Email Automation, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Software, File Management, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Structure, Safety Culture, Strategic Leadership, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Drive Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Ethics, Change Management, Team Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Branding, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Consumer Behaviour, User Research, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Business Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Case Studies, Supplier Management, Workflow Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Negotiation, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Evaluation, Health Informatics, Business Reporting, Patient Advocacy, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Software, Communication, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Epidemiology, Healthcare Ethics, Infectious Diseases, Investigation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Technology, Community Health, Medical Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Concision, Editing, Grammar, Proofreading, Business Communication, Report Writing, Global Marketing, Writing, Target Audience, Communication, Virtual Teams, Press Releases, Persuasive Communication, Presentations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Chicago
Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Coordination, Biology, Communication Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Process Improvement, Feasibility Studies, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Process Design, Business Requirements, Systems Design, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Test Planning, Information Technology, Business Process Modeling, Database Management, Agile Methodology
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months