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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Writing and Editing, Student Engagement, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Peer Review, Writing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Digital Tools and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Digital Analysis, Stress Management, Health Technology, Professional Development, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Habit Formation, Relationship Building, Behavioral Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    Oracle

    Introduction to Oracle Cloud Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Cloud Applications, Cloud Solutions, Supply Chain Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Resource Planning, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Application Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Resources Software, Software As A Service, Security Controls, Virtual Machines, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Time Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Time Management, Business Priorities, Goal-Oriented, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Delegation Skills, Plan Execution, Professionalism, Mental Concentration, Team Oriented

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    99 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Determinants of Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Diversity Awareness, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Meta

    Mobile Development and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Mobile Development, Web Development Tools, Android Development, React.js, Javascript, Unit Testing, Test Script Development, Node.JS, Secure Coding, Application Development, Package and Software Management, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Functional Design

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    134 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Team Building and Leadership in Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Development, Team Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Telecommuting, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CentraleSupélec

    Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Business Transformation, Workforce Management, Digital Transformation, IT Service Management, Technology Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Managed Services, Operational Efficiency, Information Technology, Product Strategy, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Management, Cost Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    152 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Funding, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Applications, Grant Writing, Business Planning, Financial Planning, Entrepreneurial Finance, Growth Strategies, Financial Management, Business Strategy, Proposal Development, Financial Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Acumen, Loans, Fundraising, Stakeholder Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    261 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Business Analytics, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Financial Data, Data Wrangling, Technical Communication, Investment Management, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Portfolio Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Optimism, Time Management, Empowerment, Human Centered Design, Habit Formation, Professional Development, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Legal Researchers: Accelerating Case Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Legal Research, Anthropic Claude, AI literacy, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Legal Writing, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Case Law, Large Language Modeling, AI Integrations, Human Factors

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings: Johns Hopkins University
  • Digital Tools and Well-Being: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Oracle Cloud Essentials: Oracle
  • Time Management Skills: LearnKartS
  • Social Determinants of Health : University of Michigan
  • Mobile Development and JavaScript: Meta
  • Team Building and Leadership in Project Management: Microsoft
  • Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective: CentraleSupélec
  • Fundamentals of Funding, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Advanced Business Analytics Capstone: University of Colorado Boulder

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