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 Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Empathy, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Crisis Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Development Tools, Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Microservices, GitHub, Business Process Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Customer Data Management, Excel Formulas, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management, Data Entry, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Service, Data Security, Data Management, Invoicing, User Accounts, Editing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Load Balancing, Microsoft Azure, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage Technologies, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Network Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Goodwill Industries International
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Active Listening, Cultural Diversity, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Adaptability, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Collaboration, Innovation, Social Impact, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: JUnit, File I/O, Unit Testing, Program Development, Debugging, Java, Maintainability, Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Testing, Test Case, Authentications, Application Security, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Encryption, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentations, Sales Training, Storytelling, Sales, B2B Sales, Business Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Customer Insights, Dashboard, Persuasive Communication, Customer Analysis, Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Open University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Ideation, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cognitive flexibility, Sustainability Standards, Business Systems Analysis, Business Continuity, Value Propositions, Process Mapping, Design Thinking, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development Methodologies, Change Management, Project Management, System Implementation, Compliance Auditing, Software Testing, Auditing, Development Testing, Information Technology, Verification And Validation, Project Management Office (PMO), Internal Controls, Governance, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Data Integrity, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Performance Review, Smart Goals, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Performance Metric, Goal Setting, Staff Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Strategy, Commercial Laws, Governance, Legal Risk, Case Law, Corporate Finance, Business Ethics, Civil Law, Contract Review, Partnership Accounting, Organizational Structure, Analysis, Business
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks