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Public Speaking Courses

Public speaking courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, audience engagement strategies, and the art of persuasive storytelling. You can build skills in managing anxiety, using body language effectively, and crafting impactful presentations. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, speech analysis apps, and video recording techniques to enhance your delivery and receive constructive feedback.


Popular Public Speaking Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Confidence Mastery Course - Unleash Your Hidden Potential

    Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Creativity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إتقان فن الإيجاز في الحديث | Mastering The Art of Briefing

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Business Correspondence, Communication, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Communication Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Research, Writing, Communication, Language Competency, Literacy, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Public Health Leadership Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Academic Discussions in English

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Global Public Procurement

    Skills you'll gain: Bidding, Procurement, Business Development, Registration, Vendor Management, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal, Global Marketing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Management, Regulatory Requirements, Market Research

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Rice University

    Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Scientific Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    267 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Complexity and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Health Policy, Climate Change Programs, Program Evaluation, Political Sciences, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Data Storytelling, Innovation, Decision Making

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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, Concision

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Persuasive Communication, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Influencing, Risk Management, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Program Management, Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Team Management, Presentations, Team Building, Strategic Communication, Virtual Teams

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Confidence Mastery Course - Unleash Your Hidden Potential: Packt
  • إتقان فن الإيجاز في الحديث | Mastering The Art of Briefing: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Communication Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Public Health Leadership Fundamentals: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
  • Global Public Procurement: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Complexity and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Communication skills for engineering scholars: Politecnico di Milano
  • Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers: University of Maryland, College Park

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