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    Content writing courses can help you learn how to create clear, engaging, and informative written material for blogs, websites, marketing, and more.

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      Scrimba

      Become a Professional React Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Debugging, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, UI Components, Performance Tuning, Routing Protocols, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Event-Driven Programming, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), TypeScript, Ajax, Software Design Patterns, Authentications, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Restful API, Application Performance Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Water Resources, Social Studies, Finance, Community Development

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      European Business Law: Competing in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Compliance Management, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advocacy, Brand Strategy, Procurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      299 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Black-box and White-box Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Software Testing, Testability, Test Case, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Acceptance Testing, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Test Automation, Requirements Analysis, Java Programming

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Risk Control, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Machine Learning for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Unsupervised Learning, Databricks, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Cloud Management, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Virtual Machines, Application Deployment, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      史記 (Shi Ji)

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Culture, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Writing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      211 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Business Writing, Communication, Business, Culture, Vocabulary, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      406 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Pedagogy, Literacy, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Research, Learning Theory, Multimedia, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Development, Writing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Problem Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication, Brainstorming, Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building a Business Presence With Facebook Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Customer Engagement, Business Marketing, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rice University

      Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Python Programming, Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      382 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Become a Professional React Developer: Scrimba
    • Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration: Yale University
    • European Business Law: Competing in Europe: Lund University
    • Black-box and White-box Testing: University of Minnesota
    • The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning for Data Scientists: Microsoft
    • 史記 (Shi Ji): National Taiwan University
    • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone: The University of Sydney

    Why Learn Content Writing?

    Content writing is the craft of producing written material that informs, educates, or inspires an audience—whether for digital marketing, journalism, education, or branding. It combines research, structure, and tone to connect ideas with readers. Learning content writing can help you communicate effectively, build an online presence, and support business or creative goals.

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Content Writing

    Popular courses include The Strategy of Content Marketing from UC Davis and Good with Words: Writing and Editing from the University of Michigan. These programs teach how to plan, write, and optimize content for web, marketing, and business communication.‎

    Yes. Many content writing courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. You’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid to complete graded assignments or earn a certificate.‎

    You’ll learn how to write clearly and persuasively for online audiences, structure articles and blog posts, apply SEO strategies, and develop a consistent tone and brand voice. Some courses also cover editing, storytelling, and content strategy.‎

    Not at all. Many Coursera courses are designed for beginners and guide you through writing basics and digital best practices. More advanced learners can focus on specialized topics like UX writing, email copy, or B2B content.‎

    Yes. Content writing is a growing field across industries like marketing, publishing, tech, and e-commerce. A Coursera course can help you build writing samples, strengthen your portfolio, and earn certificates that show your skills to clients or employers.‎

    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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