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      University of Michigan

      Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Public Policies, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Governance, R Programming, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Intermediate B1

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Communication, Vocabulary, Report Writing, Language Competency, Language Learning, Education and Training, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Formal Learning, Interpersonal Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      Essentials of Global Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Health Care, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Medical Science and Research, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Special Competitive Studies Project

      AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Digital Transformation, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Pronunciation of American English

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Configure Managed Guest Sessions for Public Access or Shared ChromeOS Devices

      Skills you'll gain: System Configuration, Public Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Managed Services, Cloud Computing

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The World Bank Group

      Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics

      Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Project Finance, Stakeholder Engagement, Contract Negotiation, Risk Management, Governance, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Partnership, Public Policies, Feasibility Studies, Project Implementation, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      541 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      English for Teaching Purposes

      Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Train The Trainer, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      620 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      English for Interactions in the Workplace Intermediate Level

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Grammar, Sales Strategy, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Business Writing, Storytelling, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      317 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mediation, Intercultural Competence, Public Affairs, World History, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary

      Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Upper Intermediate B2.1

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Learning, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Advocacy, Vocabulary, Culture, Trend Analysis, Environmental Issue, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector: University of Michigan
    • English Intermediate B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Essentials of Global Health: Yale University
    • AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions: Special Competitive Studies Project
    • The Pronunciation of American English: University of California, Irvine
    • Configure Managed Guest Sessions for Public Access or Shared ChromeOS Devices: Google Cloud
    • Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics: The World Bank Group
    • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • English for Interactions in the Workplace Intermediate Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London

    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.

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