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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Drafting

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Planning, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Brainstorming, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Creativity, Learning Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    374 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Digital Design, Project Design, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Concision

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Writing Effective Technical Documentation

    Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Layout Design, Target Audience, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professional Networking, Collaborative Software, Driving engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Content Management Systems, Portfolio Management

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Lund University

    Writing in English at University

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing and Editing, Writing, English Language

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    839 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IESE Business School

    The Art of Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Drive Engagement, Active Listening

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Grant Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Grant Applications, Proposal Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    40 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Business Writing, Recruitment, Data Visualization

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    937 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    307 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    Writing for Inner Calm: Mindset, Methods, and Daily Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Personal Development, Meditation & Breathwork, Persistence, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Self-Discipline, Creativity, Mindfulness, Mental Concentration, Overcoming Obstacles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Berklee

    Writing and Producing Music in Your Home Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Peer Review, Music Performance, Post-Production, Storytelling, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Writing and Editing, Editing, Oral Expression, Organizational Skills, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Proposal Development, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Value Propositions, Data Visualization, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Writing and Editing: Drafting: University of Michigan
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Writing Effective Technical Documentation: Board Infinity
  • Writing in English at University: Lund University
  • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
  • AI for Grant Writing: Kennesaw State University
  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television: Michigan State University
  • Writing for Inner Calm: Mindset, Methods, and Daily Exercise: Skillshare

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