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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      ¿Cómo persuadir? Jugando con palabras, imágenes y números

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Persona (User Experience), Psychology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Essential English for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Communication, Writing, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Higher Education, Research, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Grammar, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      AI CERTs

      AI in Government

      Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Responsible AI, Public Administration, IBM Cloud, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Predictive Analytics, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Public Cloud, Advanced Analytics, Public Policies, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Safety and Security, Health Technology, Technical Services

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Public Speaking, Professionalism, Leadership, Relationship Building, Personal Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Chinese for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Influencing People

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Negotiation, People Development, Social Skills, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Meta Social Media Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media, Target Audience, Social Media Campaigns, Paid media, Marketing Budgets, Smart Goals, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, Campaign Management, Marketing, Marketing Materials, Performance Analysis, Presentations, Digital Marketing, Brand Management

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutrition and Diet, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Nutrition Education, AI Personalization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Policy Development, Clinical Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Public Health, Regulatory Compliance, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Advocacy, Health Assessment, Health Technology, Microbiology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Antibiotic Stewardship

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Public Health, Long Term Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      764 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Business Writing, Business, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      408 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Campaign Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Presentations, Public Speaking, Innovation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Entrepreneurship, Grant Applications, Commercialization, Fundraising, Market Analysis, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

    • ¿Cómo persuadir? Jugando con palabras, imágenes y números: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Essential English for University Success: University of California, Irvine
    • AI in Government: AI CERTs
    • Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare: Northwestern University
    • Chinese for Beginners: Peking University
    • Influencing People: University of Michigan
    • Meta Social Media Marketing: Meta
    • Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Antibiotic Stewardship : Stanford University
    • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

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