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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


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    University of Michigan

    Inspiring and Motivating Individuals

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Team Motivation, Visionary, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Team Performance Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Employee Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Performance Management, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Drive Engagement, Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, People Development, Influencing, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Regulatory Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Training, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Medical Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Information Privacy, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Requirements, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Internal Communications, Procedure Development, Data Security, Continuous Monitoring, Health Information Management, Risk Management, Business Strategy

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Price Negotiation, Cultural Sensitivity, Oral Expression, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Diplomacy, Relationship Building, Labor Relations, Strategic Partnership, Case Studies, Communication, Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Persona Development, Campaign Planning, Social Media Campaigns, Competitive Analysis, Content Development and Management, Content Optimization, Stakeholder Management, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Google Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Stakeholder Communications, Social Media Marketing

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Thought Leadership, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Open Mindset, Experimentation, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Decision Making, Sensory Systems Analysis, Branding, Human Learning, Market Research, Business Ethics, Marketing, Brand Loyalty, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Brand Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Competitive Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, New Business Development, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Development, Innovation, Coordination

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

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    Harvard Business Review

    Execute with Focus and Discipline

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Time Management, Productivity, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Team Performance Management, Planning, Scheduling, Discussion Facilitation, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Decision Making, Habit Formation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Budgeting & Driver-Based Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Operating Budget, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Financial Forecasting, Cost Control, Fiscal Management, Business Modeling, Financial Planning, Business Workflow Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Planning, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Operations, Microsoft Excel, Business Communication, Process Improvement, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Google Workspace with Gemini AI: Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Spreadsheet Software, AI powered creativity, Presentations, Productivity Software, Productivity, Gmail, Data Analysis, Writing and Editing, AI Integrations, Content Creation, Document Management, Artificial Intelligence, Content Optimization, Business Communication, Business Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI Business School

    Practical AI and prompting for sales professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Sales Presentations, General Sales Practices, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Ideation, Automation, Digital Transformation, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management: The Basics for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Building, People Development, Project Management, Management Training And Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Performance, Initiative and Leadership, Performance Reporting, Leadership, Management Reporting, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Stakeholder Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business communication courses

  • Inspiring and Motivating Individuals: University of Michigan
  • Regulatory Compliance: University of Pennsylvania
  • Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution: ESSEC Business School
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
  • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
  • An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing: Copenhagen Business School
  • Competitive Strategy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Execute with Focus and Discipline: Harvard Business Review
  • Budgeting & Driver-Based Planning: IBM
  • Google Workspace with Gemini AI: Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides: Knowledge Accelerators

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