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Business Communication Courses

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.

Popular Business Communication Courses and Certifications


  • N

    Northwestern University

    The Importance of Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Real Time Data, Social Media Content, Data Collection, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Big Data, Marketing Analytics, Crisis Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.7 stars, 1.6K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • Y

    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Communication Planning, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Governance, Communication, Advocacy, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance

    4.9 stars, 181 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (181) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Price Negotiation, Oral Expression, Communication, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Diplomacy, Overcoming Objections, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Discussion Facilitation, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • Y

    Yale University

    The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Conflict Management, Sales, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Closing (Sales), Collaboration, Value Propositions, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Active Listening

    5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Planning for Young Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Loans, Portfolio Risk, General Finance, Investment Management, Cash Flows, Smart Goals, General Lending, Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Expense Management

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, Google Workspace

    4.8 stars, 5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Organisational behaviour: Know your people

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Development, Diversity Awareness, People Development, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Team Management, Process Capability, Team Performance Management, Lean Manufacturing, Data Collection, Knowledge Transfer, Management Training And Development, Team Building, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Meeting Facilitation, Continuous Improvement Process, Conflict Management, Statistics

    4.6 stars, 862 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (862) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Internal Communications Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Employee Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Strategic Communication, Crisis Management, Drive Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Public Relations, Business Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Executive Presence, Organizational Change, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Communication, Culture

    4.4 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Empowering Teams and Sustaining Leadership Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Recognizing Others, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Empowerment, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Motivational Skills, Accountability, Leadership and Management, Drive Engagement, Business Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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  • C

    Coursera

    Tax Filing & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Preparation, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Tax Returns, Tax Laws, Corporate Accounting, Audit Working Papers, General Accounting, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Mapping, Reconciliation, General Ledger, Responsible AI, Verification And Validation, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, ChatGPT

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IE Business School

    Brand Identity and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Value Propositions, Branding, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Logo Design, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Design, Customer Insights, Competitive Analysis

    4.7 stars, 904 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (904) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business communication courses

  • The Importance of Listening: Northwestern University
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Negotiation Fundamentals: ESSEC Business School
  • The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades: Yale University
  • Financial Planning for Young Adults: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • AI Fundamentals: Google
  • Organisational behaviour: Know your people: Macquarie University
  • Six Sigma Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Internal Communications Framework: University of California, Irvine
  • Empowering Teams and Sustaining Leadership Excellence: John Wiley & Sons

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