Strengthen your communication skills in this upcoming workshop
November 2, 2026 •
Strong communication helps teams work through challenges, share ideas and stay aligned on priorities. It also builds trust: when people listen carefully and express themselves clearly, colleagues are more likely to feel understood and work well together. These skills matter in everyday moments, from a quick check-in to a team meeting or a difficult conversation.
If you’re ready to level up your skills, sign up for the live virtual course Communication in the Workplace, taking place on Nov. 17, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (PT). You’ll learn how to:
- Strengthen your professional presence and emotional intelligence
- Use verbal and nonverbal communication with greater confidence
- Communicate clearly in meetings, one-on-one conversations and presentations
- Build stronger professional relationships through effective engagement
You’ll leave with practical strategies to make a positive impact at work.
Earn a Communication Series Certificate
This class is one of three required core courses for the Communication Series Certificate. To earn the certificate, attend all three core classes and choose two electives. You can take the classes in any order, and courses completed in the series within the past two years count toward the certificate. Select a class below to register through the UC Learning Center.
Core classes (all three required)
- Delivery Skills for Connecting With Your Audience
- Communication in the Workplace
- Write Right or UCOP Get to the Point! Effective Writing Skills (Can choose one of these two.)
Elective classes (choose two)
- Difficult Conversations
- Impactful Storytelling: Making Your Presentation Captivate
- PowerPoint Techniques
- Reflective Listening
Self-paced learning: LinkedIn Learning Communication Collection
For learning anytime, check out the LinkedIn Learning Communication Collection, which includes videos and courses curated by the Learning and Development team for the UCOP workplace.
All UCOP employees have access to LinkedIn Learning. Activate your account now.
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