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    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Design, Web Content, Front-End Web Development, Web Servers, Image Analysis, Semantic Web, Cloud Hosting, Browser Compatibility

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      English for Teaching Purposes

      Skills you'll gain: Classroom Management, Language Competency, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Instructional Strategies, Grammar, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      602 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Research, Creativity, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      928 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, ChatGPT, Excel Formulas, Text Mining, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Unstructured Data, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      291 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Introdução aos Princípios e Práticas da Gestão De Projetos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Cost Estimation, Project Controls, Project Estimation, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Change Control, Project Planning, Quality Management, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Organizational Structure, Performance Metric, Scope Management, Project Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Negotiation, International Relations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      613 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Multimedia, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG Risks and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Governance, Sustainability Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      748 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Hypothesis-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Agile Product Development, DevOps, Agile Methodology, User Research, Prototyping, Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la escritura académica

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Peer Review, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Grammar, Language Competency

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Tax Compliance, Inventory Control, Banking Services, Cost Management, Payroll Tax, Invoicing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      G

      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Governance, Data Presentation, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI, Data Infrastructure, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Cloud Computing, Data Access, Data Storage Technologies, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      163 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Web Development: University of California, Davis
    • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Introdução aos Princípios e Práticas da Gestão De Projetos: Universidade de São Paulo
    • International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation: ESSEC Business School
    • e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • ESG Risks and Opportunities: University of Pennsylvania
    • Hypothesis-Driven Development: University of Virginia
    • Fundamentos de la escritura académica: Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    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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