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

Taught in English

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David Underwood
Dr. Quentin McAndrew
Professor William Kuskin

Instructors: David Underwood

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Specialization - 4 course series

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4.8

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2 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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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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Specialization - 4 course series

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4.8

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

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

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Specialization - 4 course series

Business Writing

Course 112 hours4.8 (4,534 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Write clearly and effectively.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Grammar
Category: Communication
Category: Business Writing
Category: Writing

Graphic Design

Course 229 hours4.8 (3,121 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Apply inspired design ideas to your own work.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Graphics
Category: Typography
Category: Presentation
Category: Graphic Design

Successful Presentation

Course 320 hours4.8 (4,521 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Execute a public performance of the private self.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Communication
Category: Business Writing
Category: Presentation
Category: Public Speaking

Effective Communication Capstone Project

Course 413 hours4.7 (143 ratings)

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: Communication
Category: Communication Design
Category: Business Writing
Category: Presentation
Category: Public Speaking

Instructors

David Underwood
University of Colorado Boulder
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