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.

Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Tax, Sales Tax, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Accounting, General Accounting, Equities, Bookkeeping, General Ledger, Mortgage Loans, Loans, Tax Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Social Impact, Financial Inclusion, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Due Diligence, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Web Analytics, Social Media Content, Customer Engagement, Content Creation, Strategic Communication, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Media Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Marketing Channel, Video Production, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Tax Preparation, Tax Returns, Income Tax, Payroll Tax, Tax, Tax Laws, Payroll, Revenue Recognition, Expense Management, Compensation and Benefits
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Governance, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Generative AI, Information Management, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Business Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Change, Emotional Intelligence, Culture Transformation, Social Justice, Empathy, Conflict Management, Leadership, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Liberty Mutual Insurance
Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Insurance Policies, Closing (Sales), Insurance Sales, Overcoming Objections, Sales Prospecting, Productivity, Prospecting and Qualification, Verbal Communication Skills, Workers Compensation, Storytelling, Risk Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Retention, Sales Presentation, Communication, Underwriting, Consultative Selling, Commercial Laws, Product Knowledge
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Supply Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Vendor Management, Decision Making, Risk Management, Cost Benefit Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Development and Management, Client Services, Content Strategy, Presentations, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Backlogs, Project Closure, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Team Leadership, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Project Management, Budget Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Change Control, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Change Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Compliance Management, Disaster Recovery, Operational Risk, Financial Services, Financial Regulations, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Governance, IT Management, Information Assurance, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Change Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, New Business Development, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Product Design, Value Propositions, Needs Assessment, Customer Insights, Business Strategies, Product Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months