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Writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, persuasive techniques, and editing skills. You can build abilities in crafting compelling arguments, developing unique voices, and refining your style through feedback. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checks, Scrivener for organizing drafts, and various writing software that aid in the creative process, enhancing your overall writing proficiency.


Popular Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity, Productivity Software, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Data Management, Business Consulting, Generative AI, Data Management, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Big Data Analysis Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Big Data, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Database Management, Cloud Storage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Intro to SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Databases, Stored Procedure, Data Manipulation, Database Management Systems, Data Access, Data Maintenance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Competitive Strategy and Organization Design Project

    Skills you'll gain: Business Research, Peer Review, Report Writing, Business Consulting, Management Consulting, Analysis, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Organizational Strategy, Business Analytics, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Presentations

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Healthcare Marketplace Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Analysis, Medical Devices, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Clinical Assessment, Market Analysis, Report Writing, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Valuation, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Voxy

    English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, English Language, Business Correspondence, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Professional Development, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Public Speaking, Communication, Vocabulary, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Grammar, Social Media, Interpersonal Communications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Editing, Video Production, Cinematography, Animations, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Music, Typography, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Tokyo

    Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-2

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Language Learning, Materials science, Engineering, General Science and Research, Chemistry

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    California Institute of the Arts

    The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cinematography, Videography, Video Production, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Pathway to Space

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Journalism, Music, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Systems Engineering, Culture, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Media and Communications, International Relations, Governance, Higher Education, Public Policies, Physical Science, Liberal Arts, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Engineering Design Process, Environmental Science, Writing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Aptly

    Land Your Next Role

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Recruitment, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Personal Development, Professional Development, Compensation Analysis, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular writing courses

  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Big Data Analysis Deep Dive: Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Intro to SQL: Scrimba
  • Competitive Strategy and Organization Design Project: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Healthcare Marketplace Capstone: University of Minnesota
  • English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate: Voxy
  • The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-2: The University of Tokyo
  • The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image : California Institute of the Arts

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