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Writing Courses

Writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, persuasive techniques, and editing skills. You can build abilities in crafting compelling arguments, developing unique voices, and refining your style through feedback. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checks, Scrivener for organizing drafts, and various writing software that aid in the creative process, enhancing your overall writing proficiency.


Popular Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Build Image Quality Inspection using AWS Lookout for Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Image Quality, Computer Vision, Anomaly Detection, Software Quality Assurance, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Littérature mondiale

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Teaching, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Higher Education, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Edureka

    Gen AI for Code Generation for Python

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Automation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
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    E

    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Data Validation, Web Applications, Scripting, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Development Testing, Customer Data Management, Data Structures, Program Development, Scripting Languages, Business Logic, Financial Data, User Interface (UI), Python Programming, Software Development Methodologies, Command-Line Interface

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, JUnit, Generative AI, LLM Application, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Employee Engagement, Generative AI Agents, Verification And Validation, Human Resource Strategy, AI Personalization, Human Resources, Recruitment, Responsible AI, Talent Acquisition, Data Ethics, Employee Onboarding, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Automation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Aptly

    Land Your Next Role

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Recruitment, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Personal Development, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Board Infinity

    Career Launchpad Essentials: SOP, Resume & Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Storytelling, Communication, Professionalism, Continuous Improvement Process, Report Writing, Content Creation, Presentations, Writing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Intercultural Competence, Procedure Development, Job Analysis, Editing, Self-Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Adaptability

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Project

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Data Pipelines, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Ideation, Technical Communication, Technical Writing

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Creativity, Emerging Technologies, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google Cloud

    Migrating On-premises MySQL Using a Continuous Database Migration Service Job

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Data Migration, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Database Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Database Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Build Image Quality Inspection using AWS Lookout for Vision: Coursera
  • Trade & investment: evidence-based policies for development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Littérature mondiale: University of Geneva
  • Gen AI for Code Generation for Python: Edureka
  • Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects: EDUCBA
  • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for HR Professionals: Fractal Analytics
  • Land Your Next Role: Aptly
  • Career Launchpad Essentials: SOP, Resume & Interview Prep: Board Infinity
  • Data Mining Project: University of Colorado Boulder

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