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Workforce Development Courses

Workforce development courses can help you learn talent acquisition strategies, employee training techniques, performance management, and skills gap analysis. You can build expertise in creating effective onboarding programs, implementing mentorship initiatives, and evaluating workforce effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Learning Management Systems (LMS) for training delivery, HR analytics software for performance tracking, and project management tools to streamline workforce initiatives.


Popular Workforce Development Courses and Certifications


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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Welcome to Munich

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Language Learning, Student Support and Services, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Student Engagement, Adaptability

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Storytelling, Coaching, Employee Coaching, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Goal Setting, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Safety Culture, Influencing, Neurology, Psychology

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Positivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Creative Thinking, Human Centered Design, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of Science and Technology of China

    快速学习

    Skills you'll gain: Adult Education, Quick Learning, Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Information Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

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    Arizona State University

    Communicating Your Best Self

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Professionalism, Self-Awareness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    The State University of New York

    كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع)

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Business Writing, Microsoft Word, Content Creation, Professional Development, Organizational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Keyword Research, Detail Oriented

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to College 101

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Student Support and Services, Higher Education, Planning, Prioritization, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Personal Development, Resourcefulness, Goal Setting, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت وورد | Essentials of MS Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Computer Literacy, File Management, Technical Documentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Arizona State University

    Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Analysis

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Personal Development, Empathy, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Resilience, Conflict Management, Team Building, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Gestión de la Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Human Resources, Intercultural Competence, Disabilities, Communication Strategies, Vulnerability

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    لغة الجسد | Body Language

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Recognizing Others

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular workforce development courses

  • Welcome to Munich: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 快速学习: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Communicating Your Best Self : Arizona State University
  • كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع): The State University of New York
  • Applying to College 101: University of Pennsylvania
  • أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت وورد | Essentials of MS Word: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park

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