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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


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    Arizona State University

    Business English: Finance and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Negotiation, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Data Storytelling, Business Writing, Budgeting, Communication Strategies, Oral Expression, Financial Forecasting, Financial Data, Communication, Forecasting, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Business Ethics, Presentations, Finance, Leadership

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Generative AI, Research, Responsible AI, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Writing, Report Writing, Data Ethics, Business Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, English Language, Computer Literacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Proposal Development, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Value Propositions, Data Visualization, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Adapting: Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Web Presence, Business Writing, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Writing, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Brand Strategy

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Writing Winning Resumes and Cover Letters

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Copywriting, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing and Editing, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Marketing, Keyword Research, Marketing Psychology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    341 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    712 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Strategic Writing for Technical Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Proposal Writing, Technical Writing, Stakeholder Analysis, Technical Communication, Concision, Business Writing, Report Writing, Persuasive Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Writing, Technical Documentation, Engineering Management, Writing and Editing, Stakeholder Engagement, Management Reporting, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Strategic Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Process Management in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Improvement, Process Development, Patient-centered Care, Process Management, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Writing, Health Systems, Business Writing, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Innovation, Entrepreneurship

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    172 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Business English: Management and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Business Communication, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Telephone Skills, Management Training And Development, Writing, Employee Coaching, Business Leadership, English Language, Discussion Facilitation, Delegation Skills, Concision, Staff Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National University of Singapore

    Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Engagement, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Rapport Building, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Correspondence, Writing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, Language Competency, Oral Expression, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Management, Business Writing, Business, Culture, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    415 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Business Case Template in Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Proposal Development, Project Documentation, Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Planning, Return On Investment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Acumen, Microsoft Word, Business Acumen

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Business English: Finance and Economics: Arizona State University
  • Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses: Coursera
  • Adapting: Career Development: Macquarie University
  • Writing Winning Resumes and Cover Letters: University of Maryland, College Park
  • English for Effective Business Speaking: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Strategic Writing for Technical Leaders: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Business Process Management in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Business English: Management and Leadership: Arizona State University
  • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore

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