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Business Writing Courses

Business writing courses can help you learn effective email communication, report writing, proposal development, and crafting persuasive content. You can build skills in audience analysis, clarity in messaging, and editing for conciseness. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Word for formatting documents, Google Docs for collaboration, and Grammarly for grammar checks, all of which enhance your ability to produce polished and professional written materials.

Popular Business Writing Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Correspondence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Negotiation, Purchasing, Business Writing, Business Communication, Decision Making, Financial Auditing, Forecasting, Auditing, Communication, Budgeting, Influencing, Vocabulary, English Language, Leadership, Financial Forecasting, Oral Expression, Finance

    ★ 4.7 (412) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Purchasing, Bidding, Standard Operating Procedure, Record Keeping, Business Writing, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Data Compilation, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Office Word 2021-2024: Part 3

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Web Presence, Applicant Tracking Systems, Negotiation, Writing and Editing, Business Writing

    ★ 4.8 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Interview Preparation: Resume to Final Round

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Telephone Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Social Skills, Professional Development, Writing, Business Research, Business Writing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Inglés Empresarial: Proyecto Final

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Product Planning, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, New Product Development, Campaign Planning, Budgeting, Marketing Planning, Management Reporting, Business Communication, Business Writing, Presentations, Oral Expression, Project Documentation, Performance Reporting, Communication, Writing, Internal Communications

    ★ 4.5 (34) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Crea una propuesta de negocio con Visme

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Presentations, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Marketing Design, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Peking University

    中级商务汉语——商务活动篇

    Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Greeting Customers, Outbound Calls, Cold Calling, Telephone Skills, Business Communication, Hotel Operations, Travel Arrangements, Language Learning, Hospitality, Business Correspondence, Oral Expression, Negotiation, Language Competency, Business Ethics, Showrooms, Sales Presentation, Events and Conferences, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills

    ★ 4.8 (63) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Research, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Professional Networking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, AI literacy, Emerging Technologies, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Market Trend

    ★ 4.1 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Drive Product Success with Data Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Prioritization, Business Writing, Strategic Decision-Making, Report Writing, Strategic Prioritization, Data Storytelling, Business Priorities, Data Analysis, Product Roadmaps, Writing, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Strategic Communication, Risk Analysis, Product Improvement, Resource Allocation, Trend Analysis, Project Estimation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Selling Techniques, Product Marketing, General Sales Practices, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Marketing, Product Promotion, Persuasive Communication, Business Correspondence, Advertising, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Business Writing, Influencing, Sales, Business Communication, Marketing Psychology, Concision

    ★ 5 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • V

    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Shopping & Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Product Knowledge, Language Learning, English Language, Customer Service, Customer Inquiries, Customer Complaint Resolution, Telephone Skills, Vocabulary, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Grammar

    ★ 4.4 (21) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business writing courses

  • Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía: Arizona State University
  • RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win: Coursera
  • Microsoft Office Word 2021-2024: Part 3: Logical Operations
  • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
  • Interview Preparation: Resume to Final Round: EDUCBA
  • Inglés Empresarial: Proyecto Final: Arizona State University
  • Crea una propuesta de negocio con Visme: Coursera
  • 中级商务汉语——商务活动篇: Peking University
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
  • Drive Product Success with Data Decisions: Coursera

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