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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development, Java

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Business Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
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      Free Trial
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Team Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Workforce Planning, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      966 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Getting started with Google Workspace

      Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Presentations, Calendar Management, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Excel Formulas, Email Security, Data Visualization, Collaborative Software, Data Validation, Document Management, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Productivity Software, Version Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rice University

      Interpersonal Communication for Engineering Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Business Communication, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Branding, Active Listening

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      203 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IE Business School

      Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, Marketing Planning, Market Research, Business Research, Product Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Marketing, Business Planning, Marketing Channel, Peer Review, Case Studies, Target Market, Research Design, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Product Strategy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      A

      Adobe

      Adobe Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Generative AI, Graphic Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Visual Design, Digital Design, File Management, Process Design, Design Reviews, Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Presentations, Client Services, Content Creation, Marketing Collateral, Branding, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling, Data Storage Technologies, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Storage, Big Data, Risk Analysis, Databases, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Data Cleansing, SQL

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      5.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Goal Setting, LinkedIn, Storytelling, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Self-Motivation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Security Analyst Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Systems Thinking, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Contract Management, Proposal Writing, Procurement, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Leadership, Operations Management, Communication, Business, Team Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Program Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Organizational Strategy, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Project Management, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Getting started with Google Workspace: Google Cloud
    • Interpersonal Communication for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
    • Marketing Strategy: IE Business School
    • Adobe Graphic Designer: Adobe
    • Advanced Business Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
    • Security Analyst Fundamentals: IBM

    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.

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