Fundamentals of Professional Writing

Course Overview

This online course provides students with an introduction to the fundamental techniques of professional writing. Students will learn effective strategies for crafting clear, concise, and compelling written communication, including emails, reports, proposals, and digital content. Through a combination of practical guidance and the introduction of modern tools, such as AI, students will gain an understanding of how to effectively craft sentences, organize and present information, and compose cohesive messages for intended audiences. Students will leave class prepared to confidently draft professional documents and correspondences in business settings.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to:

• Analyze audiences and contexts to select appropriate message structures, tones, and styles for professional communication
• Apply clear, concise writing strategies to simplify complex ideas and improve clarity, effectiveness, and impact
• Use grammatical, formatting, and visual standards to produce polished, accessible, and bias-free professional documents
• Evaluate and ethically use digital platforms and AI tools for researching, drafting, editing, and revising professional content
• Develop effective revision and self-editing practices, incorporate feedback, and adapt writing for web, social, and mobile platforms

Target Audience

This class is ideal for:

• Working professionals who are looking to enhance or refresh their professional writing skills
• Individuals who are interested in acquiring new workplace skills to boost their employability
• Students who are considering entering professions in editing, public relations, engineering, marketing, finance, or other office settings

Tuition Cost

$162.00 (Self-Guided)

$187.00 (Instructor-Moderated)