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Proposal Writing Courses

Proposal writing courses can help you learn how to structure proposals, craft compelling narratives, and effectively present ideas to stakeholders. You can build skills in budgeting, persuasive writing, and tailoring content to specific audiences. Many courses introduce tools like project management software, collaboration platforms, and proposal templates, which help streamline the proposal process and enhance communication with team members and clients.


Popular Proposal Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Trade & investment: evidence-based policies for development

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Research, Economics, Writing, Technical Communication, Diplomacy, Econometrics, Analysis, Market Dynamics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    How to Finance and Grow Your Startup – Without VC

    Skills you'll gain: Product Management, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Growth Strategies, Customer Insights, Financial Modeling, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Strategies, New Business Development, Cash Management, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, E-Commerce, Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Prototyping, Software Design Documents, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Ideation, Conceptual Design, Usability Testing, Graphic and Visual Design, Peer Review, Creativity

    4.7
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    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Career planning: Your career, your life

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Business Writing, Professional Development, Communication, Proactivity, Smart Goals, Personal Development, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Digital Advertising, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Emotional Intelligence

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    265 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business Case Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Case Studies, Data Visualization, English Language, Presentations, Report Writing, Business Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Software Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Security Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Interviewing Skills, User Requirements Documents, Storyboarding, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Software Development Methodologies, Software Documentation, Agile Methodology, Business Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Risk Management Framework, System Requirements, Meeting Facilitation, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Pedagogy, Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Multimedia, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Digital Communications, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Generative AI for Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Debugging, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, Cloud API, Pseudocode, Integrated Development Environments, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Responsible AI, Software Installation, Code Review, Application Programming Interface (API), System Configuration, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Program Development

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Consulting Presentations and Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Management Consulting, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Data Visualization Software, Concision, Expectation Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of North Texas

    College English Prep

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music, Music History, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, World Music

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Trade & investment: evidence-based policies for development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • How to Finance and Grow Your Startup – Without VC: University of London
  • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
  • Career planning: Your career, your life: Macquarie University
  • Business Case Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
  • Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Generative AI for Web Development: Scrimba
  • Consulting Presentations and Storytelling: Emory University

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