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    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Auditing I: Conceptual Foundations of Auditing

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, Auditing, Auditors Report, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Audit Planning, External Auditing, Certified Public Accountant, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Quality Assessment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Financial Statements, Business Ethics, Risk Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      640 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Stress Management, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      806 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Google Data Analytics (PT)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Analytical Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Presentations, SQL, Data Quality, Data Collection, Data Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Strategic Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Customer Analysis, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Statistical Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analytics, Business Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Media and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Shared Media, Paid media, Integrated Marketing Communications, Risk Management, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Relationship Management, Owned Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Sample Size Determination, Clinical Research, Data Quality, Healthcare Ethics, Quality Assurance, Data Cleansing, Regulatory Compliance, Data Integrity, Data Governance, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Data Sharing, Statistical Analysis, Patient Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      502 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Data Encryption Standard, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Design Strategies

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      810 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Stories of Infection

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Health Equity, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Microbiology, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Vital Signs

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Analysis, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Public Health, Data Quality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Alberta

      Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Anthropology, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Economics, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Spatial Data Analysis, Public Health, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Biostatistics, Community Health, Health Policy, Risk Analysis, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Media Buying, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Analytics, Campaign Management, LinkedIn, Facebook, Web Analytics, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, Keyword Research, Paid media, Online Advertising

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

    • Auditing I: Conceptual Foundations of Auditing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • Google Data Analytics (PT): Google
    • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
    • Digital Media and Marketing Strategies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Clinical Trials Operations: Johns Hopkins University
    • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Stories of Infection: Stanford University
    • Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Speaking

    Top courses include Introduction to Public Speaking from the University of Washington, Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington as well, and Successful Presentation from the University of Colorado Boulder. These courses cover everything from organizing speeches to delivering them confidently and engagingly.‎

    Yes. Many public speaking courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to plan and structure presentations, speak with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and handle nerves. Some courses also cover visual aids, persuasive techniques, and adapting messages to different audiences.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and provide practical exercises to help you build skills gradually. More advanced courses focus on refining delivery and developing a personal speaking style.‎

    Yes. Public speaking is a valuable skill for job interviews, leadership, teaching, and everyday communication. Coursera courses can help you become a more effective and confident communicator, which can boost your performance in any professional or academic setting.‎

    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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