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Storytelling Courses

Storytelling courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, and the art of persuasion. You can build skills in crafting compelling plots, using dialogue effectively, and engaging audiences across various mediums. Many courses introduce tools like storyboards, writing software, and digital platforms for sharing your stories, allowing you to apply your skills in practical contexts.


Popular Storytelling Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Synthesis, Microsoft Excel, LLM Application, Productivity, Infographics, OpenAI, Data Visualization, AI Enablement, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Narrative Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Game Design: Art and Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Design, Virtual Environment, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Design Strategies, Interactive Design, Graphic and Visual Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Campaign Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Spatial Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Network Model, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Infographics, Heat Maps, Seaborn, Geospatial Information and Technology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Data Storytelling for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Infographics, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UBITS

    Storytelling avanzado: comunicación de alto impacto

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Drive Engagement, Motivational Skills, Communication, Target Audience, Leadership

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Master Data Storytelling for B2B & B2C Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Storytelling, Sales, Data Literacy, B2B Sales, Data Visualization Software, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Presentations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications

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    University of Houston

    Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Digital pedagogy, Content Creation, Video Editing, Multimedia, Photo Editing, Scripting, Peer Review, Music

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Storytelling - Relanza tu Marca

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Data Visualization, Brand Strategy, Strategic Communication, Presentations, Content Creation, Branding, Driving engagement, Content Strategy, Target Audience

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Storytelling With Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Data Visualization, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Business Communication, Action Oriented, Drive Engagement

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Strategies, Emerging Technologies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University
  • Narrative Economics: Yale University
  • Game Design: Art and Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
  • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
  • Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling: University of Pittsburgh
  • Data Storytelling for Data Professionals: Packt
  • Storytelling avanzado: comunicación de alto impacto: UBITS
  • Master Data Storytelling for B2B & B2C Sales : Starweaver
  • Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling: University of Houston
  • Storytelling - Relanza tu Marca: Universidad de Palermo

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