Program Overview

Effective Communication: Inform, Influence and Inspire

Program Overview

Effective Communication is an interactive and intensive online, limited enrollment public speaking program designed by Brown University's Distinguished Senior Lecturer, Barbara Tannenbaum, Ph.D. This unique program provides direct access to the highly-effective core concepts, practices, and one-on-one coaching techniques that are hallmarks of Dr. Tannenbaum’s academic and professional programs.

Program Details

• Duration: 5 weeks
• Format: Highly-interactive online format blending live online lectures, small group workshops, and one-on-one coaching
• Time Commitment: Approximately 4 hours per week
• Tuition Cost: $3,400

What You'll Learn

This program will change how you communicate and how you evaluate others’ communication. Key takeaways include:

• Learning the key elements of effective communication, including audience-centered communication
• Gaining acceptance for your proposals or ideas by learning how to use different techniques for compelling audiences to take action or change their attitudes
• Understanding the impact of non-verbal, vocal, and message elements of communication and managing these elements to maximize your effectiveness as a speaker
• Finding and developing your own authentic style of communication by building on your strengths and embracing your opportunities for growth

Who Should Attend?

Effective Communication is designed for any professional who wants to substantially improve their communication skills quickly. Examples of target program participants include:

• Sales and Business Development professionals
• Team leaders, managers, and directors
• Technical professionals who want to learn how to better communicate their ideas or proposals to non-technical audiences

Program Schedule

The program is scheduled to run from October 16 – November 13, 2025.

Certificate of Completion

Upon finishing this course, participants will earn a certificate of completion.

Testimonial

“ This course has forever changed my communication style. I trust in my credibility and my overall confidence in public speaking improved. You will see the difference in your speaking week over week if you allow yourself to be open to the feedback and apply the lessons learned. ” - Veronica Pickens, Managing Director, MA Compliance Oversight, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Program Faculty

The program is designed and led by Brown University's Distinguished Senior Lecturer, Barbara Tannenbaum, Ph.D. Participants will also receive individualized coaching sessions from experts.