University of Colorado Boulder
Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation Specialization
University of Colorado Boulder

Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation Specialization

Build Communication Skill for Professional Success. Master business writing, graphic design, and business presentation skills

David Underwood
Dr. Quentin McAndrew
Professor William Kuskin

Instructors: David Underwood

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4.8

(4,761 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • To Write Masterfully

  • To Design Elegantly

  • To Speak Powerfully

  • To Present Your Ideas and Your Best Self to the World

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Taught in English

Specialization - 4 course series

Business Writing

Business Writing

Course 112 hours

What you'll learn

  • Write clearly and effectively.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Persuasive Communication
Category: Grammar
Category: Business Writing
Category: Writing
Category: Business Communication
Category: Proofreading
Category: Concision
Category: Organizational Skills
Category: Communication
Category: Presentations
Category: Editing
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Course 229 hours

What you'll learn

  • Apply inspired design ideas to your own work.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Design Reviews
Category: Typography
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Graphics
Category: Editing
Category: Color Theory
Category: Presentation
Category: Visual Design
Category: Design Elements And Principles
Category: Adobe Photoshop
Category: Peer Review
Category: Design
Category: Creative Design
Category: Graphic and Visual Design Software
Successful Presentation

Successful Presentation

Course 320 hours

What you'll learn

  • Execute a public performance of the private self.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Storytelling
Category: Composure
Category: Business Writing
Category: Business Communication
Category: Customer Engagement
Category: Adaptability
Category: Presentations
Category: Non-Verbal Communication
Category: Presentation
Category: Rapport Building
Category: Persuasive Communication
Category: Creativity
Category: Verbal Communication Skills
Category: Public Speaking
Category: Communication

What you'll learn

  • Present yourself effectively  to the world through writing, design, and presentation.

  • Build a final portfolio of work that represents your personal brand.

  • Improve your work through self evaluation and peer feedback.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Presentation
Category: Communication Design
Category: Data Science
Category: Peer Review
Category: Business Writing
Category: Branding
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Project Management Software
Category: Public Speaking
Category: Communication
Category: Presentations
Category: Microsoft PowerPoint

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University of Colorado Boulder
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