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: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Interviewing Skills
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Documentation, Requirements Management, Scope Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Kanban Principles, Business Process Modeling, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Project Schedules, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Management Software, Communication Planning, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Registration
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Channel, Global Marketing, Digital Transformation, MarTech, Case Studies, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Customer experience improvement, Business Transformation, Innovation
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Notre Dame
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Workplace inclusivity, Data Ethics, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Change Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Justice, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Business Communication, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Personal Integrity, Organizational Leadership, Analytical Skills, Market Dynamics, Responsible AI, Economics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, MarTech, Digital Transformation, Digital Advertising, E-Commerce, Consumer Behaviour, Product Development, Product Promotion, Innovation, Customer Engagement
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Email Automation, Vibe coding, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Sales Process, Marketing Automation, HubSpot CRM, Sales Enablement, Sales Pipelines, Software As A Service, Sales Development, Lead Generation, Business Development, Prompt Engineering, New Business Development, Application Deployment, Campaign Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Strategic Leadership, Digital Transformation, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Financial Forecasting, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Business Acumen, Technology Strategies, Organizational Structure, Talent Management, Team Leadership, Change Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Leadership, Talent Management, Business Transformation, Change Management, Workforce Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Strategic Partnership
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Security, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Technology Roadmaps, Data Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Compliance Training, Compliance Management, Data Management, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Team Building
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Development, Strategic Thinking, Business Priorities, Entrepreneurship, Business Process, Planning, Value Propositions, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Business Intelligence, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months