Improve Your English Communication Skills

This specialization builds practical English skills for the workplace. You start with writing professional emails in English, then move to speaking English professionally in person, online and on the phone. The third course guides you to build a professional ePortfolio in English. The final course takes your English communication skills to the next level with advanced techniques.

Each course follows a structured module approach. You write and revise emails, practice speaking through simulated scenarios, and assemble portfolio pieces that showcase your growing abilities. The specialization culminates in a capstone project where you integrate all skills learned.

At the end you can write clear professional emails, speak confidently in meetings and on calls, and create a basic ePortfolio to share with employers. These are concrete workplace skills, not just theory.

This specialization is designed for beginners. It assumes you have at least intermediate level English language skills. The courses are taught entirely in English. A certificate is available upon completion, though it requires a paid upgrade on Coursera; the audit tracks can be audited for free.

The specialization does not cover advanced literary analysis or creative writing. Learners seeking academic English or creative writing should look elsewhere. Those who need Hindi-medium instruction should consider the Udemy Hindi communication course listed in the alternatives.

Free options include the audit track on Coursera and the free Udemy communication skills courses. Paid options on Coursera unlock the certificate and graded assignments. The Georgia Institute of Technology offers this specialization through Coursera.