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Grant Writing Courses

Grant writing courses can help you learn how to create compelling proposals, understand funding sources, and develop budgets that align with project goals. You can build skills in persuasive writing, research techniques, and effective communication with stakeholders. Many courses introduce tools like grant management software and budgeting templates, which help streamline the application process and ensure that your proposals meet the specific requirements of funding organizations.

Popular Grant Writing Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Advocacy, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Writing

    4.3 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Professional Development, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Business Writing, Project Management

    4.5 stars, 110 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (110) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Memory Management

    4.7 stars, 537 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Introduction to Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Data Collection, Research Design, Proposal Writing, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Business Research, Marketing, Report Writing, Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Business Ethics

    4.5 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (87) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Code Reusability, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Git (Version Control System), Diagram Design, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, Computational Logic, C# (Programming Language)

    4.7 stars, 223 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Gemini in Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Workspace, AI powered creativity, Ideation, Technical Writing, Document Management, AI literacy, Content Management, AI Workflows

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Corporate Entrepreneurship: Innovating within Corporations

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Business Modeling, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Proposal Writing, Financial Reporting, Internal Auditing, Corporate Finance, Financial Statements, Corporate Strategy, Business Planning, Corporate Accounting, Project Finance, Finance

    4.6 stars, 308 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (308) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Language Arts Confidence with Storybird

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Digital Publishing, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing, Literacy, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (77) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, General Mathematics

    4.7 stars, 584 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (584) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, Data Ethics, GitHub, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, AI literacy, Software Versioning, AI Integrations, Risking, Software Development Tools, Project Management

    4.3 stars, 246 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (246) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

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

    4.5 stars, 62 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Mentorship, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.5 stars, 174 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (174) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students: University of Michigan
  • Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft
  • Gemini in Google Docs: Google Cloud
  • Corporate Entrepreneurship: Innovating within Corporations: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Language Arts Confidence with Storybird: Coursera
  • Principles of Computing (Part 1): Rice University
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: Microsoft

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