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    Learn grant writing techniques for securing funding. Understand how to research, write, and submit successful grant proposals.

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project: Writing a Research Paper

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Style Guides

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      472 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Transmedia Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Write Professional Emails in English

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Business Communication, English Language, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Grammar, Proofreading, Editing, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Writing a Personal Essay

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Fundamentals of Speechwriting

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Writing, Proofreading, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      English for Effective Business Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Writing and Editing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, English Language, Grammar, Language Competency, Target Audience, Vocabulary

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      463 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Grammar, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Concision, Taking Meeting Minutes, Professionalism, Business Communication, Target Audience, Constructive Feedback

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      453 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals

      Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Data Sharing, Grant Applications, Data Storage, Data Management, Health Policy, Technical Writing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing: The Craft of Setting and Description

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Writing Winning Resumes and Cover Letters

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Business Writing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Marketing, Branding, Resourcefulness, Keyword Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Project: Writing a Research Paper: University of California, Irvine
    • Transmedia Writing: Michigan State University
    • Write Professional Emails in English: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
    • Fundamentals of Speechwriting: Coursera Instructor Network
    • English for Effective Business Writing: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
    • Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University

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