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      Coursera Project Network

      Présentez votre Business avec Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Writing, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Product Demonstration, Sales Presentations, Price Negotiation, Marketing Design, Product Promotion

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Einführung in Marketing Design mit Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Social Media, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Brand Awareness, Color Theory, Branding

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Holistic Weight Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Resilience, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Surgery, Nutrition Education, Health Assessment, Creative Problem-Solving, Physical Therapy

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Enseignement supérieur et entrepreneuriat

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Course Development, Education and Training, Project Design, Adult Education, Entrepreneurship, Teaching, Training Programs, Pedagogy, Community Development, Curriculum Planning, Sustainability Reporting, Quality Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Innovation, Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Les bases du financement avec Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women 

      Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Stakeholder Communications, Financial Planning, Loans, Mergers & Acquisitions, Forecasting

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Financial Insights and Analysis with QUILL

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Workflow Management, Financial Forecasting, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Statements, Text Mining, Market Intelligence, Investment Management, Financial Market, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Specflow and Cucumber for .NET Developers - The Master Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Gherkin (Scripting Language), Cucumber (Software), Behavior-Driven Development, .NET Framework, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Case, User Story, Scenario Testing, Test Automation, Microsoft Visual Studio, C# (Programming Language), Acceptance Testing

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Eye tracking y el estudio de la percepción visual

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Report Writing, Statistical Reporting, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Technical Writing, Usability Testing, Data Analysis, Usability, Data Ethics, User Research, Data Collection, Anatomy, Heat Maps, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Mastering BFSI Interviews: Resumes & Mock Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Finance, Financial Analysis, Banking, Verbal Communication Skills, Branding, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Business Writing, Presentations, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arm

      Teaching AI on the Edge

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Program Development, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Application Deployment, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Performance Tuning, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      الخطوات الأولى في فيسمي

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Infographics, Content Creation, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Formatting, Printing and Reporting with Primavera P6 PPM

      Skills you'll gain: Management Reporting, Project Controls, Project Management Software, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Report Writing, Data Management, Timelines, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedules, Information Management, Document Management, Scheduling, Change Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Présentez votre Business avec Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Einführung in Marketing Design mit Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Holistic Weight Management: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Enseignement supérieur et entrepreneuriat: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Les bases du financement avec Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women : Goldman Sachs
    • GenAI for Financial Insights and Analysis with QUILL: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Specflow and Cucumber for .NET Developers - The Master Guide: Packt
    • Eye tracking y el estudio de la percepción visual: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Mastering BFSI Interviews: Resumes & Mock Interviews: Board Infinity
    • Teaching AI on the Edge: Arm

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Creative Writing

    Creative writing courses on Coursera cover a variety of essential skills including:

    • Fundamentals of creative writing and storytelling techniques
    • Developing characters, settings, and plots for different genres
    • Crafting engaging narratives for fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and screenwriting
    • Techniques for effective dialogue and description
    • Editing and revising drafts to enhance clarity and impact
    • Strategies for overcoming writer’s block and fostering creativity
    • Publishing tips and how to navigate the literary marketplace
    • Building a writing portfolio and establishing an online presence as a writer‎

    No prior writing experience is required to begin with beginner creative writing courses. The program offerings is designed to support writers at all stages:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that cover basic writing elements.
    • Intermediate writers can enhance their style and explore different literary forms.
    • Advanced writers can refine their skills and work on extensive writing projects or manuscripts. ‎

    Creative writing courses on Coursera offer various credential options:

    • Certificates that showcase your writing skills and creativity
    • Professional certificates from leading institutions
    • Specialized course certificates for genres such as memoir, science fiction, or poetry
    • These credentials can be a great addition to your portfolio and can help demonstrate your commitment and capability to potential publishers or literary agents.‎

    Skills acquired from creative writing courses can lead to diverse roles within the writing, publishing, and media industries including:

    • Author
    • Content Writer
    • Screenwriter
    • Editor
    • Literary Agent
    • Copywriter
    • Professionals in these roles leverage their creative writing skills to craft compelling stories, articles, scripts, and other content that engages and informs audiences.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including creative writing. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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