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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

    Accenture

    Understanding Technology and Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Security, digital literacy, Telecommuting, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, Emerging Technologies, Data Collection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Digital Communications, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Javascript, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Assertiveness Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Empowerment, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Leadership Development, De-escalation Techniques, Rapport Building, Conflict Management, Empathy, Behavioral Management

    4.7 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Gérer les crises de demain

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Performance Management, Contingency Planning, Business Continuity, Emergency Response, Risk Management, Communication Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Development, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Digital Marketing and Ecommerce Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Digital Analysis, E-Commerce, Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Data-Driven Marketing, Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence

    4.8 stars, 30 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (30) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Building and Securing Web APIs with ASP.NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Restful API, Back-End Web Development, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, API Design, API Testing, Web Development, .NET Framework, Authorization (Computing), Data Validation, Secure Coding, Web Applications, Model View Controller, Verification And Validation, Microsoft Azure, Object-Relational Mapping, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Maintainability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Other Programming Languages, Java Programming, Java, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Animations

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    UBITS

    Innovación en el mundo corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Corporate Sustainability, Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Process Management, Organizational Development, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Culture Transformation, Organizational Structure, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Behavioral Design

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Behavior Management, Experience Design, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Social Sciences, Design and Product, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Influencing

    5 stars, 26 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Taipei Medical University

    Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Informatics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Technical Communication, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, AI Workflows, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Molecular Biology, Natural Language Processing, Biology, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Microsoft Office, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Document Management

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Media Relations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Internal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Public Relations, Media Strategy, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Real Time Data

    4.7 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Empathy

    4.7 stars, 207 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (207) · Beginner · 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

  • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture
  • Assertiveness Skills: Packt
  • Gérer les crises de demain: ESSEC Business School
  • GenAI for Digital Marketing and Ecommerce Analysts: Coursera
  • Building and Securing Web APIs with ASP.NET Core: Packt
  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University
  • Innovación en el mundo corporativo: UBITS
  • Behavioral Design: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics: Taipei Medical University
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint: Microsoft

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