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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Speaking, English Language, Vocabulary, Business Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Professionalism, Active Listening, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Construction Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Building Information Modeling, Environment Health And Safety, Construction Estimating, Project Schedules, Lean Methodologies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      R Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Debugging, Simulations, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Management

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Working Capital, Revenue Recognition, Financial Statements, Credit Risk, Accrual Accounting, Financial Analysis, Investments, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Management, Income Statement, Business Ethics, Finance, Return On Investment, Portfolio Management

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Google SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Target Audience, Keyword Research, Consumer Behaviour, Google Analytics, Marketing, Digital Marketing, User Research, Content Strategy, Web Content

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Competitive Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder Communications, Forecasting, Budgeting, Demand Generation, Hotel Operations, Asset Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Demand Planning, Financial Forecasting, Strategic Marketing, Target Market, Financial Analysis, Marketing Channel, Business Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Social Business Model and Planning for Social Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Team Oriented, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Fundraising, Value Propositions, Innovation, Investments, Presentations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Innovation, Product Improvement, Customer Insights, Design and Product, Product Roadmaps, Stakeholder Communications, Customer Engagement, Agile Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Product Testing, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2

      Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Grammar, Intercultural Competence, Higher Education, Oral Expression, Vocabulary, Cultural Diversity, Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Preparing to Manage Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Compensation Management, People Management, Employee Performance Management, Labor Law, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      West Virginia University

      Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

      Skills you'll gain: Auditing, Loss Prevention, Internal Controls, Financial Controls, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Financial Data, Cyber Operations, Investigation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Analytics, Specialized Accounting, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Big Data, Accounting, Business Ethics, Compliance Reporting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Google Ads for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Return On Investment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      5.6K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Construction Project Management: Columbia University
    • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University
    • Financial Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis
    • Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management: ESSEC Business School
    • Social Business Model and Planning for Social Innovation: Copenhagen Business School
    • Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals: University of Virginia
    • Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2: École Polytechnique
    • Preparing to Manage Human Resources: University of Minnesota

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Writing

    Business writing encompasses all the types of writing you do in professional settings, from reports and emails to slides in Powerpoint presentations to resumes and cover letters. Regardless of where you work, and whether you are a high-level executive or applying for your first job, having strong business writing and communication skills is important for getting your ideas across effectively and achieving your professional goals.

    Learning about business writing in English is essential for native English speakers as well as those speaking English as a second language. If you aren’t fluent in English, using proper spelling, grammar and word choice in your professional communication will ensure you are properly understood and make a strong impression. But even native English speakers can benefit from improving their business writing, as being able to write more concisely and persuasively can help you stand out from the competition and open new career opportunities.‎

    Business writing skills can help advance careers in almost any field. Even if the only writing you do at your job is emails or presentation slides, strong business writing skills help you get your point across, convey a business-appropriate tone, and leave a good impression. Business writing skills are particularly important in the context of a job search, where a polished, professional resume and cover letter can go a long way towards helping you stand out from other applicants.

    If you have truly superior business writing skills, you can pursue a number of careers as a full-time writer. Copywriters and copyeditors, for example, are typically responsible for writing short but tremendously impactful copy for advertisements, brand messaging, and other channels. Similarly, content writers help companies find audiences on the web by writing engaging and helpful long-form articles to reach customers looking for information. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, professional writers earned a median annual salary of $63,200 in 2019, and may work for companies like advertising agencies and publications or as freelancers.‎

    Yes! Whether you’re a native English speaker or learning English as a second language, you can find great opportunities to improve your business writing skills on Coursera. You can take individual courses or Specializations spanning multiple courses about business writing from top-ranked schools like University of Colorado Boulder, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Washington, and University of Maryland College Park. And, because Coursera lets you learn remotely on a flexible schedule, you can pick up these valuable business writing skills while continuing your existing work or family life.‎

    The skills and experience you need to already have before starting to learn business writing would likely be a good grasp of grammar and spelling, solid business comprehension, good listening skills, an interrogative nature, and good interpersonal skills. As you begin to learn business writing, you may grow your skills in helping people research and write articles, documents, press releases, blog posts, and more. These are the types of skills that can help you as you begin to learn business writing.‎

    The kind of people best suited for roles in business writing might be financially minded people who also have a knack for researching and writing intriguing articles. Or it might English majors, who somehow get introduced to the world of business and fall in love with that world. In either case, it takes a certain kind of passion to love business writing. It also takes a grasp of the fundamentals of understanding balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Both of these figure heavily into understanding a company’s financial status, in order to write clearly about the company.‎

    You may know if learning business writing is right for you if you are excited about interviewing business leaders and learning about their motivations to score high results in the world of business. You might like to capture small stories on your own, using a voice recorder for interviews and your mobile phone for pictures. Understanding the basic fundamentals of writing and having good personality traits can also help to bring you into the field of business writing. If you are this type of intrepid explorer who’s on the hunt for uncovering the latest news in the big tech or auto companies, then learning business writing might offer a suitable path for you.‎

    The types of places that hire people with a background in business writing can range from business websites to financial firms that need content on their sites. You might write business stories for a city newspaper or a local radio station website. There are many opportunities to utilize your business writing talents. You can start your own business blog, focusing on topics that are important to you. When you learn business writing methods and insights, you may be able to use these tools to advance your role to a more senior position.‎

    Online Business Writing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Business Writing skills. With a wide range of Business Writing classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Business Writing career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Business Writing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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