Writing and editing for business MRU

Last Updated on January 18, 2023

Writing and Editing for Business Certificate of Completion

Online

Having the ability to deliver clear, concise material saves time and demonstrates solid written communication skills. Revisit the basics of grammar, examine different writing styles and learn how to organize your thoughts for more effective writing in the workplace.

Benefits

Benefits

  • Increase your marketability in the workplace
  • Update your knowledge of grammar and punctuation pitfalls
  • Learn more about the professional editing industry

Program format

• Complete three courses (50 Hours):

  • Editing for Beginners OR Editing Fundamentals 
  • Grammar and Punctuation Essentials
  • Effective Business Writing

• Courses can be completed in any order. This program can be completed within one semester or within two years.

Course schedule

Tentative course scheduleFall 
(Sept. – Dec.)
Winter
(Jan. – April)
Spring/Summer
(May – Aug.)
Editing for Beginners
Editing Fundamentals
Grammar & Punctuation Essentials
Effective Business Writing

Each course may be offered in a variety of formats. Check the “Courses and fees” tab for more information.The schedule above is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration available in June. Winter schedule and registration available in November. Spring/Summer schedule and registration available in March.

Courses and fees

Required Courses


Editing for Beginners (NEW)

This course will introduce the fundamentals of editing, including why editing matters and how editing skills can be developed and refined. You will be introduced to the different kinds of editing (proofreading, copy editing, style editing and structural editing) and the skills and standards common to all editors. Through presentations, readings, assignment and practice, participants will gain an appreciation for what it takes to succeed as an editor.  Note: if you have previously completed Editing Fundamentals (XCOM 20002) you do not need to take this course. 

No textbook required.

Subject (for registration): Communications

Subject code: XCOM 2001315 Hours Fee: $429
CRN 90593OnlineSept. 20 – Oct. 25

— OR — 


Editing Fundamentals

Discover the fundamentals of professional editing and the skills and standards common to all editors. Learn why editing matters and how editing skills can be developed and refined. Be introduced to different kinds of editing (copy editing, style editing and structural editing).

No textbook required.

Subject (for registration): 
Communications

Subject code: XCOM 2000215 Hours Fee: $429 Choose 1 CRN below
CRN 70120OnlineJuly 5 – Aug. 9
CRN 90468OnlineOct. 25 – Nov. 29

 
** Please note: You only need to take either Editing for Beginners or Editing Fundamentals as ONE of the three courses in order to complete this certificate. You do not have to take both courses. 


Grammar and Punctuation Essentials

Brush up on basic writing skills. Review parts of speech, grammar and common grammatical mistakes. Explore sentence parts including words, phrases and clauses. Understand punctuation and common punctuation mistakes such as capitalization, abbreviations and numbers. Discuss commonly misused and misspelled words.

Recommended: Complete this course and Effective Business Writing before beginning Editing Fundamentals.

Required textbook: Ruvinsky, M. (2014). Practical Grammar: A Canadian Writer’s Resource (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press Canada. Available as e-book or rental option from VitalSource.

Subject (for registration): Communications

Subject code: XCOM 2000820 Hours Fee: $359
CRN 90207OnlineSept. 13 – Oct. 25

Effective Business Writing

Develop and refine your writing skills to meet the challenges of a professional workplace environment. Learn how to write clear, concise and dynamic emails, letters and reports with competence and ease. Review common grammatical mistakes, style principles, document design, and editing basics.

Required textbook: 
Chandler, M. (2017). Good Writing is Good Business . Green Fuse Inc. Available at amazon.ca 

Subject (for registration): Technical & Business Writing 

Subject code: XTBW 1001315 Hours Fee: $429Choose 1 CRN below
CRN 70122OnlineJuly 12 – Aug. 16
CRN 90090OnlineOct. 18 – Nov. 22

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