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    University of California, Irvine

    Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Virtual Teams, Cognitive flexibility, Digital Communications, Empathy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    3.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Persuasive Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Business Communication, Professional Development, Presentations, Emotional Intelligence, Target Audience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Communication skills for engineering scholars

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Strategic Communication, Empathy, Active Listening, Negotiation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    Getting Started with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Computer Literacy, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Writing, Business Writing, Document Management, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    656 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Leading Through Effective Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Influencing, Team Building, Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Visionary, Communication, Self-Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Business Interviews: Communication, Research & Tips

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Research, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Professionalism, Professional Development, Branding, Virtual Teams, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Composure, Self-Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Impactful Workplace Communication for Career Launch

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Professionalism, Report Writing, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    787 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Persuasive Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Teamwork, Team Building, Virtual Teams, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Management, Leadership, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    861 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Organizing Communication and Documentation

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Document Management, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Strategies, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
  • Persuasive Communication: IESE Business School
  • Communication skills for engineering scholars: Politecnico di Milano
  • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto
  • Getting Started with Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
  • Leading Through Effective Communication : Arizona State University
  • Business Interviews: Communication, Research & Tips: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Impactful Workplace Communication for Career Launch: Board Infinity
  • Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict: Macquarie University
  • Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health: University of Michigan

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