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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Career Success Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Professional Development, Project Management, Solution Delivery, Business Communication, Problem Solving, Business Analysis, Presentations, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Visionary, Team Management, Team Building, Dealing With Ambiguity, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Professional Development, Employee Performance Management, Mentorship

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Project Management: Beyond planning and control

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Project Management, Team Management, Innovation, Project Coordination, Business Priorities, Business Process Management, Conflict Management, Change Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Photo Editing, Professional Networking, Social Media, Professional Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Earth Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Tax, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Investments, Behavioral Economics, Sustainability Reporting, Supply And Demand, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Introduction to Machine Learning on AWS

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Amazon Web Services, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Text Mining, Machine Learning, Data Processing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Estrategias de Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, LinkedIn, Facebook, Content Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Professional Networking, Instagram, Content Creation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Advertising, Budget Management, Lead Generation, Photography, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      882 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      SQL for Data Science Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Peer Review, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Performance Metric, Business Analytics, Text Mining, Data Science, Target Audience, Data Manipulation, Proposal Development

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      236 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy, Relationship Management, Leadership, Composure, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Decision Making

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Goal Setting, Systems Architecture, Technical Management, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Technical Product Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Recruitment, Program Management, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Management Training And Development, Microservices, Employee Retention, Employee Coaching, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Talent Acquisition

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Data Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Design Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Multiple educators

      Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Energy and Utilities, Business Reporting, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Resource Management, Business Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Product Development, Environment, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Design, Community Organizing, Waste Minimization

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Career Success Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century: Kennesaw State University
    • Project Management: Beyond planning and control: Politecnico di Milano
    • 5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile: Coursera Project Network
    • Earth Economics: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Introduction to Machine Learning on AWS: Amazon Web Services
    • Estrategias de Redes Sociales: Universidad Austral
    • SQL for Data Science Capstone Project: University of California, Davis
    • Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
    • Real-World Engineering Management: Advancing Women in Tech

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    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Communication

    Coursera’s Business Communication courses teach vital skills to enhance your professional interactions and improve workplace efficiency:

    • Techniques for clear and effective writing in business settings
    • Strategies for impactful presentations and public speaking
    • Best practices for professional email and report writing
    • Skills for managing cross-cultural communications
    • Techniques for conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Methods for effective team communication and collaboration‎

    Business Communication courses are designed for learners of all levels:

    • Beginners can start with the basics of professional communication, including writing and speaking effectively.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their skills in specific communication challenges like negotiation and conflict resolution.
    • Advanced learners can master high-level communication strategies to lead teams and manage organizational change.‎

    Completing Business Communication courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials:

    • Professional certificates that confirm your proficiency in business communication
    • Specializations that enhance specific communication skills, tailored to different professional scenarios
    • Certificates that reflect your dedication to developing strong communication abilities, recognized in various professional contexts‎

    Effective communication skills can be valuable in all business roles, in various sectors:

    • Communications Manager, overseeing internal and external communication strategies
    • Public Relations Specialist, managing brand communication and media relations
    • Human Resources Manager, facilitating communication across all levels of an organization
    • Sales Representative, using persuasive communication to close deals and maintain client relationships
    • Project Manager, ensuring clear communication among project stakeholders and team members ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's business communication skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our business communication training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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