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    • U

      Unilever

      Unilever Supply Chain Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Descriptive Analytics, Data Storytelling, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Presentations, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Planning, Process Improvement, Data Management, Data Lakes, Predictive Analytics, Customer Demand Planning, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Data Visualization Software, Inventory Management System, Capacity Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      M

      Michigan State University

      Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Writing, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Writing in First Person Point of View

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Journals, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      IBM Data Analyst Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Collection, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Data Storytelling, Box Plots, Pandas (Python Package), Scatter Plots, Histogram

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Storytelling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Decision Tree Learning, Data Management, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Random Forest Algorithm, SAS (Software), Statistical Modeling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Become a Journalist: Report the News!

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Investigation, Research, Storytelling, Peer Review, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, International Relations, Data Collection, Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Blogs, Photography, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Introduction to Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Cleansing, Data Modeling, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Generative AI, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      841 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: AI skills
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      DeepLearning.AI

      DeepLearning.AI Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Web Scraping, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Spreadsheet Software, Large Language Modeling, Dashboard, Pandas (Python Package), Interactive Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Data Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • W

      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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      84 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Analytics, Trend Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data Analysis, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Data Collection, Information Privacy

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650)

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, European History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Higher Education

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Google データアナリティクス

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Stakeholder Communications, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interviewing Skills, Data Access, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Synthesis, Data Manipulation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      608 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular storytelling courses

    • Unilever Supply Chain Data Analyst: Unilever
    • Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television: Michigan State University
    • Writing in First Person Point of View: Wesleyan University
    • IBM Data Analyst Capstone Project: IBM
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Wesleyan University
    • Become a Journalist: Report the News!: Michigan State University
    • Introduction to Data Analytics: Meta
    • DeepLearning.AI Data Analytics: DeepLearning.AI
    • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
    • Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Storytelling

    Storytelling courses cover a variety of topics essential for crafting compelling and engaging narratives. These include the basics of narrative structure, character development, and plot creation. Learners will explore topics such as the use of dialogue, setting, and themes to enhance a story. Advanced courses might cover areas like digital storytelling, storytelling for marketing, and visual storytelling techniques. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world storytelling scenarios, enhancing their ability to create impactful stories.‎

    Choosing the right storytelling course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of narrative structure, character development, and introductory plot techniques. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced narrative techniques, storytelling for specific mediums (such as digital or visual storytelling), and the integration of themes and motifs. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on storytelling for marketing, advanced scriptwriting, or preparing for roles in content creation and media production. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in storytelling can open up various career opportunities in media, marketing, education, and creative industries. Common roles include content creator, scriptwriter, marketing specialist, and storytelling consultant. These positions involve creating engaging narratives for various platforms, writing scripts for films and videos, developing marketing campaigns with compelling stories, and advising organizations on effective storytelling techniques. With the increasing importance of storytelling in communication and branding, earning a certificate in storytelling can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as entertainment, advertising, publishing, and corporate communications.‎

    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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