Body Language Intelligence for Business Communication (Udemy.com)
Essential Leadership and Management Skills for Confidence, Self-Esteem and Empathy
Created by: Dr. Dorothy Marcic
Last updated September 2023
What you will learn
- Read body language of others to understand their emotional states--what they really mean.
- Learn to present yourself more successfully.
- Develop more self-confidence.
- Be more effective in job interviews.
How it compares
Against the other 392 rated Udemy courses in Communication Skills on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.4 out of 5higher than 22% of them
- Reviews87#371 of 393 by number of reviews
- Length1 hourshorter than 81% of them
- Last updatedSeptember 2023earlier than 73% of them
Course Description
Being successful in the business world requires excellent communication skills. One of the most common reason executives are derailed is because they don’t have people/communication skills. Because 93% of interpersonal communication is NON-verbal, this course will help you learn to use non-verbals to create the best first impression, which includes showing confidence, dressing appropriately, giving a strong handshake, good eye contact, asking questions and thoughtfully listening to what they say. You'll also learn to shine in job interviews, to become more likable, to give engaging presentations, by paying attention to your voice, posture, gestures, and facial expressions. And you’ll become better in reading body language, so you can be more empathetic to co-workers, employees, and your boss. What does it mean when someone crosses their arms, when they purse their lips, when they have arms akimbo? How does body language establish territoriality in the office? In what ways can you become less defensive, which pushes people away, and more open, which welcomes others and creates collegiality. The course has 11 lectures, quizzes and exercises to help you learn the material. It is recommended you take the course with the study group at work and share your insights, practice new skills, and give each other feedback.
Instructor Details
- 4.4 Rating
87 Reviews
Dr. Dorothy Marcic
Dr. Dorothy Marcic has been a professor of management for over 25 years. While currently teaching at Columbia University, she was previously at Vanderbilt University, the University of Wisconsin, and Arizona State University. She was a Fulbright Scholar, teaching MBA students and undergraduate business students at the University of Economics-Prague, in the Czech Republic. She has a doctorate and three masters degrees.
She is the author of 18 books, including Understanding Management, one of the top-selling Principles of Management textbooks in the world. In addition, her Managing with the Wisdom of Love was selected as one of the top-10 management books of the year. She has won awards for her teaching and her community service.
During her career, she has given over 2000 highly-rated keynote speeches and workshops and has consulted with organizations such as Goldman-Sachs, Ford Motor Company, American Express, AT&T, GiroCredit Prague, Swedish Institute of Management, Czech Finance Ministry, Bulgarian Management Center, Chinese Women Entrepreneurs Program, Coca-Cola, FeroxCzech, Cowan University Australia, Helsinki School of Management, Hewlett Packard, Oracle, Piper Law, Hallmark, State Farm Insurance, Viacom, Embassy staffs in Guatemala and the Czech Republic, Slovenian Management Center, American Medical Association, Ford Motor Company, Eurotel, Unilever, Good Samaritan Hospital System, and many more.
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Reviews
By Michael Zikeli on 8/5/2026
Good explanation and enough examples.
By LaTasha Parker on 6/16/2026
Very good course.
By Anonymized User on 9/30/2025
Yes, a good reminder about non verbal communication.
By Luz Rodriguez on 9/16/2025
Short and precise. The message was very clear and without any beating around the bush to extend the class/video. Very helpful.
By Deb Victoroff on 7/8/2023
Fascinating! A warm and sincere delivery by this professor makes this class a pleasure to attend. The lessons wash over you and each one leaves you with a gem of insight. Really great.
By Kathleen Johnson on 7/6/2023
After completing this course I feel like I learned a lot about making first impressions and presenting to a group. Thanks Dorothy for a well laid out course and some interesting facts gleaned from studies.
By Layli Miller-Muro on 7/6/2023
Dorothy is an expert in her field and teaches this course in an engaging style while providing practical tips. Very well done. You will enjoy every minute of it and step up your leadership skills with the tools she offers.
By Laura Dangelo on 7/6/2023
Great match. Wish I had the course earlier in my career. But it’s never too late. Thank you
By Gugulethu Precious Ndhlela on 3/31/2026
By Anonymized User on 9/14/2025
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Overall Score : 88 / 100








