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Professional Writing Courses

Professional writing courses can help you learn effective communication, audience analysis, content organization, and persuasive techniques. You can build skills in editing, creating engaging narratives, and writing for various formats, such as reports, proposals, and digital content. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checking, Trello for project management, and Google Docs for collaborative writing, helping you streamline the writing process and enhance your productivity.

Popular Professional Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Pearson

    Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Research, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Communication, Dealing With Ambiguity, Decision Intelligence, Complex Problem Solving, Correlation Analysis, Scientific Methods, Positivity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Chris Croft Training

    Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Busy Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Professional Development, Resilience, Operational Efficiency, Self-Discipline, Goal Setting, Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Mental Health, Accountability, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement Process, Virtual Teams, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Strategic Career Growth with Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Microsoft 365, Data Ethics, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Metrics, Thought Leadership, Performance Measurement, Performance Management, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Portfolio Management, Storytelling, Verification And Validation, Productivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Empathy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Successful Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Mentorship, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Professionalism, People Development, Relationship Management, Habit Formation, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Organisational design: Know your organisation

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Organizational Structure, Human Resources, Organizational Effectiveness, Workforce Planning, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Operational Risk, Plan Execution, Operational Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Internal Controls, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Report Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Teaching with Art: Using Inquiry, Activities, and Themes

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Education and Training, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Instructional Strategies, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity, Social Justice, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Development, Empathy, Social Impact, Literacy, Learning Strategies, Communication Strategies

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Drafting an Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Research, Style Guides

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Product Management: An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Project Management, Product Development, Product Strategy, Portfolio Management, Product Knowledge, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Revenue Cycle Management, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Conflict Management, Electronic Medical Record System, Patient Communication, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Coding, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Medical History Documentation, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Patient-centered Care, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Physiology, Payment Processing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Career Pathways in Coaching & People Development Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: People Development, People Analytics, Data Storytelling, Workforce Development, Human Resources, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Human Resource Strategy, People Management, Employee Coaching, AI Enablement, Organizational Development, Dashboard, Coaching, Portfolio Management, Training Programs, Talent Management, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Investment Ethics and Standards

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Investment Management, Compliance Training, Decision Making, Legal Risk, Supervision, Performance Reporting, Compliance Management, Compliance Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Finance, Risk Management Framework, Conflict Management, IT Management, Performance Management, Application Performance Management, Communication, Learning Management Systems, Learning Theory

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning: Pearson
  • Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Busy Professionals: Chris Croft Training
  • Strategic Career Growth with Copilot: Microsoft
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • Successful Career Development: Kennesaw State University
  • Organisational design: Know your organisation: Macquarie University
  • Teaching with Art: Using Inquiry, Activities, and Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Drafting an Essay: Pearson
  • Product Management: An Introduction: IBM
  • Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals: MedCerts

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