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    Communication skills courses can help you learn how to express ideas clearly, listen actively, and engage effectively in personal, academic, and professional settings.

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      Packt

      What's New in .NET and C#

      Skills you'll gain: Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Development Environment, Microsoft Development Tools, Application Security, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Loan Officers: Revolutionizing Credit Scoring

      Skills you'll gain: Loan Origination, Lending and Underwriting, Consumer Lending, Commercial Lending, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, Customer Communications Management, Compliance Management, Loans, Customer experience improvement, Credit Risk, Document Management, Financial Services, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Automation, Risk Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Change Management for Google Workspace Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Training and Development, Business Workflow Analysis, Google Workspace, Process Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Communication, Customer Analysis, Communication, Needs Assessment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      SD-WAN: Optimizing Network Performance & Security

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Network Routing, Encryption, Real Time Data

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Incident Response and Defense with OpenVAS

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Security Controls

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Facebook Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Facebook, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Online Advertising, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Scalability, Revenue Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Finalizing, Rendering & Advanced Lighting

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Color Theory

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Change Management for Google Workspace - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Change, Google Workspace, Training and Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Customer Success Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Needs Assessment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Français

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Service Level, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Issue Tracking, File Management, Technical Communication, Personally Identifiable Information

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Product Support, Service Level, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Incident Management, Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      User DNA: Crafting Personas & Journey Maps in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Design Research, User Research, User Centered Design, Usability, User Flows, Persona Development, Research, Qualitative Research, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Prioritization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Coordinating and Conducting Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coordinating, Recruitment, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Labor Compliance, Communication, Compensation Management, Branding

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • What's New in .NET and C#: Packt
    • GenAI for Loan Officers: Revolutionizing Credit Scoring: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Change Management for Google Workspace Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • SD-WAN: Optimizing Network Performance & Security: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Incident Response and Defense with OpenVAS: IBM
    • Facebook Optimization: Grow Your Presence: Coursera
    • Finalizing, Rendering & Advanced Lighting: Packt
    • Change Management for Google Workspace - Español: Google Cloud
    • Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Français: Google Cloud
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    Why Learn Communication Skills?

    Communication skills are essential for expressing ideas clearly, building relationships, and collaborating effectively in any setting. They play a key role in leadership, teamwork, conflict resolution, and career growth. Learning communication skills can help you connect with others, present ideas with confidence, and succeed across professional and personal environments.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Communication Skills

    Popular options include Improving Communication Skills from the University of Pennsylvania, Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills from Starweaver, and the Business English Communication Skills Specialization from the University of Washington. These cover verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, public speaking, and workplace messaging.‎

    Yes. Many courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. If you want to complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to communicate clearly and confidently in both personal and professional settings. Topics may include writing effective emails, delivering presentations, giving and receiving feedback, and building interpersonal or cross-cultural communication skills.‎

    No experience is required. Most courses are beginner-friendly and designed to help you build communication skills from the ground up. There are also intermediate and advanced options for professionals looking to refine specific areas like leadership communication or persuasive speaking.‎

    Absolutely. Strong communication is essential across every industry. Whether you’re preparing for interviews, managing a team, or leading client presentations, Coursera courses can help you build practical, job-ready skills and earn certificates to show your growth.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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