Academic writing courses can help you learn how to structure essays, develop thesis statements, and engage in critical analysis. You can build skills in crafting clear arguments, using evidence effectively, and adhering to various citation styles. Many courses introduce tools like citation management software and writing platforms that support drafting and editing, allowing you to refine your work and enhance clarity.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Public Affairs, Performance Reporting, Report Writing, Strategic Communication, Business Reporting, Marketing Effectiveness, Promotions and Campaigns, Community Outreach, Performance Metric, Data Storytelling, Relationship Building, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Personal Integrity, Personal Development, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Engineering Management, Visionary, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Goal Setting
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Scripting, Scripting Languages, MySQL, Data Structures, File I/O, Python Programming, Program Development, Web Development, Database Management, Databases, Web Applications, Computer Programming, File Systems, File Management, Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Fundraising, Prospecting and Qualification, Philanthropy, Drive Engagement, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Closing (Sales), Relationship Management, Contract Compliance, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, digital literacy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Sales, Sustainable Business, Project Management, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Oral Expression, Corporate Sustainability, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Writing, Business Reporting, Vocabulary
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Statistical Methods, Data Management, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Prompt Engineering Tools, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Engineering, Digital Transformation, Customer experience improvement, Project Planning, Business Acumen, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Engineering Design Process, Project Management, Internet Of Things, Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Business Communication, Teamwork, Risk Management, Leadership, Generative AI
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Strategic Sourcing, Document Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Procurement, Business Writing, Cost Benefit Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Communication, Market Research, Cost Management, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Workflow Management, Financial Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Contract Compliance, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Music, Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, World Music, Personal Development, Media and Communications, Community Outreach, Case Studies, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Driving engagement, Liberal Arts, Communication, Analysis, Writing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Professional Development, Professionalism, Personal Attributes, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Communication, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Personal Development, Education Software and Technology, Grammar
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months