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Journalism Courses

Journalism courses cover reporting techniques, storytelling, ethics, and the use of digital tools in news gathering. You can learn how to conduct interviews, fact-check information, and create engaging content for various media platforms. Courses may also explore the impact of social media on journalism and the importance of maintaining accuracy in your reporting.

Popular Journalism Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Proofreading And Editing Business Writing (Many Exercises)

    Skills you'll gain: Proofreading, Grammar, Editing, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, ChatGPT, Peer Review

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Communicating with Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Oral Expression, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Motivational Skills, Business Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 209 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (209) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Press Release Writing & Press Release Promotion For Traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Writing, Search Engine Optimization, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Introduction to Journal Publishing: Why Publish?

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Digital Publishing, Coordination, Writing, Team Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Business Writing & Technical Writing Immersion

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Grammar, Target Audience, Communication, Influencing, AI Enablement, Productivity

    4.7 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Submission and Final Touches

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Peer Review, Intellectual Property, Journals, Editing, Writing and Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Statistics for Civic Life I: Understanding Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, Data Presentation, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Box Plots, Statistical Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Correlation Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Shortform Storytelling: Creating Impactful TikToks and Reels

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, TikTok, Competitive Analysis, Post-Production, Storytelling, Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Instagram, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Concision, Social Media Content, Editing, Content Development and Management, Digital Publishing, Ideation, Drive Engagement, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Introduction to Media and Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Culture, Media Strategy, Sociology, Strategic Communication, Research, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Strategic Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Team Leadership

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Storytelling in Branding and Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Drive Engagement, Branding, Advertising, Journalism, Target Audience

    4.4 stars, 360 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (360) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Drafting

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Planning, Time Management, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 374 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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How to choose the right Journalism course

Start with what you want to focus on in journalism. If you're interested in investigative journalism, check for courses on techniques for uncovering hidden information, data journalism, and ethical reporting. If you want to improve multimedia storytelling skills, choose courses covering video production, audio storytelling, and digital content creation tools.

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