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Professional Writing Courses

Professional writing courses can help you learn effective communication, audience analysis, content organization, and persuasive techniques. You can build skills in editing, creating engaging narratives, and writing for various formats, such as reports, proposals, and digital content. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checking, Trello for project management, and Google Docs for collaborative writing, helping you streamline the writing process and enhance your productivity.


Popular Professional Writing Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Davis

    SQL for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Databases, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Transformation, Data Analysis

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    Coursera

    Evaluate and Create Your Emotional Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Resilience, Professional Development, Health And Wellness Coaching, Application Design, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Content Management, Digital Design, User Centered Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Spreadsheet Software, Timelines, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing

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    Google

    Foundations of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Workflow Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Business Workflow Analysis, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Data Management, Professional Networking

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    University of Florida

    Healing with the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Respiration, Pulmonology, Pain Management, Physiology, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Thermal Management, Neurology, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Strategic Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Mentorship, Coaching, Professional Development, People Management, Team Management, Decision Making, Performance Improvement, Organizational Strategy

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    Google

    Maximize Productivity With AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Optimization, Responsible AI, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving

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    IBM

    Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Professional Development, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Personal Development, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Time Management

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Productivity, Time Management, Professional Development, Personal Development, Stress Management, Strategic Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Business Priorities, Scheduling, Self-Starter, Strong Work Ethic, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Nanjing University

    Translation in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Writing, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Editing, Proofreading

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Office Word 2021-2024: Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Microsoft Windows, Productivity Software, Collaboration, Technical Documentation, Productivity, Report Writing, Writing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Business Writing, Computer Literacy, Business Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • SQL for Data Science: University of California, Davis
  • Evaluate and Create Your Emotional Toolkit: Coursera
  • Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Foundations of Data Science: Google
  • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
  • Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us: University of Pennsylvania
  • Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers: Coursera
  • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools: Google
  • Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking: IBM
  • Time Management: Alex Genadinik

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