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    Creative writing courses can help you learn how to craft original stories, poems, and personal essays by exploring narrative techniques and expressive language.

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      Google

      Suporte em TI do Google

      Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Systems Administration, Remote Access Systems, Hardening, IT Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Computer Networking, Routing Protocols, Desktop Support, Application Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Management, Technical Support, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Server Administration, Computer Hardware, Software Installation, Help Desk Support

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Institute for the Future

      Futures Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Planning, Community Organizing, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Virtual Reality, Trend Analysis, Empathy, Market Trend, Game Theory, Cognitive flexibility

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Politics and Economics of International Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, International Relations, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Market Dynamics, Environment, Supply And Demand, Forecasting

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law

      Skills you'll gain: Certified Public Accountant, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Bankruptcies, Organizational Structure, Business, Legal Writing, Contract Management, Sales

      Build toward a degree

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

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      Arizona State University

      Business English

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Brainstorming, Purchasing, English Language, Business Communication, Marketing Materials, Ideation, Business Planning, Negotiation, Selling Techniques, Management Reporting, Business Writing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Planning, Business Correspondence, Advertising, Telephone Skills, Procurement, Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Magic in the Middle Ages

      Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Art History, Research, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      Healing with the Arts

      Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Compassion, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      970 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Python Development

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Ignite Your Everyday Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Program Development, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Debugging, Program Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Suporte em TI do Google: Google
    • Futures Thinking: Institute for the Future
    • Politics and Economics of International Energy: Sciences Po
    • Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Business English: Arizona State University
    • Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space : University of Cape Town
    • Magic in the Middle Ages: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
    • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
    • Ignite Your Everyday Creativity: The State University of New York

    Why Learn Creative Writing?

    Creative writing is the craft of expressing ideas, emotions, and stories through original works like fiction, poetry, and personal essays. It fosters imagination, strengthens communication skills, and helps writers connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Learning creative writing can open doors to artistic growth, storytelling careers, and new forms of self-expression.

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