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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


  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI in Media

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Google Gemini, Content Creation, Media Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Responsible AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Digital Media Strategy, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Algorithms, Digital Transformation, Algorithms, Business Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Agentic systems

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Angular State Management and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, Unit Testing, Application Development, Software Testing, Scalability, Development Testing, Dataflow, Test Case, Performance Tuning, Web Servers, Restful API, Software Design, Software Architecture, API Design, Web Design and Development, Maintainability, Middleware, UI Components

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Cloud PM 2 of 3: Managing, Innovating, Pricing

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Public Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS CloudFormation, AWS Kinesis, Amazon Redshift, Amazon CloudWatch, Serverless Computing, Amazon DynamoDB, Product Management, Amazon Bedrock, Databases, NoSQL, Cost Management, Product Strategy, Business Strategy

    4.8 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Candidate Experience and Employer Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Professional Networking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Applicant Tracking Systems, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Recruitment Strategies, Relationship Building, Talent Acquisition, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Talent Pipelining, Full Cycle Recruitment, Drive Engagement, Talent Sourcing, Branding, Communication

    4.7 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Estratégia de Negócios

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, New Business Development, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics, Organizational Effectiveness, Resource Management, Innovation, Value Propositions

    4.8 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Supplier Performance & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Risk Management, Data Storytelling, Service Level Agreement, Inventory Management, Supplier Management, Root Cause Analysis, Legal Risk, Variance Analysis, Process Improvement, Supplier Performance Management, Contract Review, Supplier Quality Management, Inventory Control Systems, Data Entry, Risk Management, Data Analysis, Contract Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Control, Cost Reduction

    3.6 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.6 (15) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Simple Gantt Chart using Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Google Sheets, Scheduling, Presentations, Data Visualization, Milestones (Project Management), Spreadsheet Software, Project Management

    4.5 stars, 73 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (73) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Forecasting, Budgeting, Territories, Evaluation and Legal/Ethical Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Sales Management, Sales, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Forecasting, Budgeting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Performance Analysis, Commercial Laws, Pareto Chart, Market Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Mastering Active Listening in the Global Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Digital Communications, AI literacy, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Driving engagement, Visual Storytelling, Writing, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Art History, Electronic Media

    4.6 stars, 204 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (204) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Efficiency in Asana for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Project Management

    4.3 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (114) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الأزمات | Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mitigation, Risk Management, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Emergency Response

    4.8 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business writing courses

  • AI in Media: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Angular State Management and Testing: Edureka
  • Real-World Cloud PM 2 of 3: Managing, Innovating, Pricing: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Candidate Experience and Employer Branding: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Estratégia de Negócios: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Supplier Performance & Risk Management: Coursera
  • Create a Simple Gantt Chart using Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Forecasting, Budgeting, Territories, Evaluation and Legal/Ethical Issues: West Virginia University
  • Mastering Active Listening in the Global Workplace: STARWEAVER
  • Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative: Vanderbilt University

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