Communications Courses in NYC, New York

Have you ever noticed that there are some people we just seem to get along with really easily, and then there are others that just rub us up the wrong way? We find ourselves talking at cross purposes & arguments & misunderstanding seem to erupt from nowhere.  Often, what’s at the root of this are our individual behavioral styles –...

Now more than ever, digital marketing is at the forefront of communications for businesses and people alike. Digital Marketing is no longer optional - it is the industry standard. Now is the time to educate yourself on how to promote and sell by leveraging online marketing tactics. This course will ignite your curiosity surrounding the fundamentals...

Getting thanked for doing a 'good job' is nice, but thank you in a paycheck is much better! So why is that most women have such a hard time asking for a raise, or negotiating a higher salary with a new job offer? It’s crazy making, particularly when so much research shows that women are far more effective negotiators than men, with a much higher...

Successful leadership starts with effective communication. In this course, students develop the communication strategies needed to motivate and persuade colleagues, employees and stakeholders. Through lecture, discussion and hands-on activities, students enhance their power by learning how to listen actively, target messages, influence an audience,...

Our Online Dialect Training class will train the actor to master dialects for stage and screen. Each 5-week session focuses on one specific dialect or accent. Examples are: Standard British (RP), Cockney, Irish (Belfast & Dublin), Scottish, Australian, American Southern (two distinct states). A phonetic approach is used to strengthen the ear and...

Students will improve their communication skills with other people in their workplace. The course is interactive, fast-paced, fun, and full of tips and techniques you can use immediately. Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of the Business Communication Styles and Techniques: Use different interpersonal communication styles and Techniques...

Here, we will learn how to “sell” your ideas to others based on the benefits of acting on them to introduce and reinforce the use of Action-Benefit Statements to motivate the audience. We will go over the value and practice of using language that is understandable and that speaks to the recipients’ interests. Using calls to action (CTA)....

This online course is designed to help students preparing for college to speak more easily, correctly, and with a more advanced academic vocabulary. Students improve their academic English through activities with audio and visual materials, debate, dialogue practice, and note-taking. Students need to score at level 5-8 on the ESL Placement Test to...

In this course, students improve their grammar through targeted oral and written communication exercises. Activities and strategies are customized to meet specific professional and communication needs. Students build confidence as they develop their ability to refine their language structures and usage. Note: Classroom location listings are also posted...

In this course, students improve their ability to lead meetings, conduct telephone and conference calls, and communicate with superiors, colleagues, employees, and clients.  Oral communication skills are essential to professional success. Activities focus on simulated role-plays, practice exercises, and oral communication strategies. Note: Classroom...

This multidisciplinary, practical course applies the practices of public relations and other business communications in a variety of career settings, including corporations, financial institutions, marketing, advertising/PR agencies, governmental units and institutional settings. Note: Classroom location listings are also posted outside the CAPS office...

Uncertainty and stress affect people in different ways. Well-intended comments and opinions can be misinterpreted, turning every day conversations into unproductive arguments – and misunderstandings become even more likely when we’re working remotely. Challenge & Solution While you can’t avoid all work conflicts, you can change the way...

This course is for technology professionals who are experts in their own fields but recognize the need to refine their communication skills to be more effective in their roles and organizations. Taught through authentic industry materials, tools, examples, and case studies, the class focuses both on analysis of communication strategies and practice...

In the luxury market, selling a lifestyle and tapping into the aspirations of consumers is a motivation to buy often as significant as product innovation and quality. As a result, communication has long been a fundamental cornerstone of any luxury business. Marketing luxury products and services presents a number of unique challenges, including the...

Are you afraid to speak in public? You're not alone. Don't let public speaking be an obstacle in your personal life or professional career. You will learn techniques to increase your speaking confidence whether in the workplace or in social situations. Learn to: Overcome your communication obstacles Confidently communicate your message to any...