Fiction writing courses can help you learn character development, plot structuring, dialogue crafting, and world-building techniques. You can build skills in creating compelling narratives, developing unique voices, and employing literary devices like symbolism and foreshadowing. Many courses introduce tools such as writing software and storyboarding apps that assist in organizing ideas and refining drafts, making it easier to translate your creative vision into polished stories.

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Professionalism, Report Writing, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Art History, Creativity, Risk Analysis, Image Analysis, Business Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Analysis, Experimentation, Leadership, Collaboration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management, Content Creation, Writing, Content Marketing, Editing, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Professionalism, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Case, Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Maintainability, Test Data, Debugging, Configuration Management
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Legal Technology, Creativity, Writing and Editing, Creative Thinking, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Public Speaking, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, New Product Development, Budgeting, Marketing Planning, Management Reporting, Business Communication, Business Writing, Presentations, Project Documentation, Microsoft PowerPoint
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Aptly
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Recruitment, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Personal Development, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Risk Management, Timelines, Risk Analysis, Scheduling, Project Management, Budgeting, Project Planning, Writing, Peer Review
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Writing, Liberal Arts, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Studies, Research, Social Justice, World History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Public History
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Language Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Business Communication, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Leadership, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Media Relations, Branding, Active Listening
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months