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Writing

Area of study

Our writing programs and courses cover a broad range of relevant content created and taught by experienced writers, journalists, authors and educators.

Writing and Communication Skills for the Workplace: Business Communication

Program

Improve your business writing and presentation skills in this part-time online program. Stand out at work and develop skills that will help you throughout your career.

Writing Skills for Digital Content: Copywriting and Content Marketing

Program

Learn to write digital content that gets noticed, an essential skill for online content creators, editors and marketers working on various digital platforms and media.

Writing Skills for Digital Content: Freelance and Interviews

Program

In this part-time program, build skills in conducting effective interviews and writing compelling articles for podcasts, web content, brand stories and more.

Writing and Communication Skills for the Workplace: Grammar and Style

Program

Enhance the accuracy, style and impact of your writing, and build strong writing and communication skills sought after by employers in this part-time online program.

Writing Skills for Digital Content: Website Strategy

Program

Develop strong website writing skills, and learn the essentials of planning and executing website content strategies that align with users' need and clients' goals.

Foundational writing

Area of study

Foundational writing skills are the backbone to any writing practice. The best way to ensure success is to have a solid understanding of the basics. 

Freelance writing and self-expression

Area of study

At a time when generative AI can mass produce content in seconds, learning to tell authentic stories is more important than ever. Whether you’re pursuing a career in journalism or developing your personal writing, storytelling can deepen your understanding of yourself, others and the world around you. Our courses provide the skills and guidance for growing a career in freelance writing or transforming your original ideas and experiences into writing that resonates. Learn how to craft compelling stories, develop your ideas, create writing that sells or bring your memoir to the page. Along the way, discover how the process of writing itself can expand your thinking, inspire self-discovery and cultivate a sense of pride and accomplishment.  Take a single course or combine select courses to complete a micro-certificate program and come away with the tools for personal or professional self-expression.

Marketing and website writing

Area of study

Our marketing and website writing courses and programs offer indispensable skills found in a wide variety of job descriptions. 

Workplace writing

Area of study

Emails, presentations, reports, newsletters and briefs are just some of the many ways that writing is intrinsic to the workplace.