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Professional Development Courses

Professional development courses can help you learn effective communication, leadership strategies, time management, and conflict resolution. You can build skills in networking, personal branding, and project management techniques. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, collaboration platforms, and performance tracking systems, showing how these skills can enhance teamwork and productivity in various professional settings.


Popular Professional Development Courses and Certifications


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    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Development

    4.8
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    436 reviews

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    Arizona State University

    Resilience for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Compassion, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Social Skills, Time Management, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Skills

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Surveys, Creative Thinking, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Cognitive flexibility, Research Methodologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Student-Centred Learning, Lifelong Learning, Journals, Mindfulness, Active Listening

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    230 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    كيف توازن بين عملك وحياتك الشخصية

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Professional Development, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Stress Management, Adaptability, Prioritization, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: Team Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Professional Development, Collaboration, Innovation, Resource Allocation, People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to U.S. Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Planning, Student Services, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    521 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Suicide Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medical Terminology, Psychotherapy, Public Health, Mental Health, Demography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    314 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Conflict Management For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Tactfulness, Expectation Management, Social Skills, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Empathy, Communication, Follow Through, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Community Development, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Stress Management, Decision Making, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of North Texas

    Management Foundations in the Hospitality Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Employee Training, Human Resources Management and Planning, Performance Appraisal, Leadership and Management, Team Motivation, Training Programs, Human Resources, Customer experience improvement, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Human Resource Strategy, Legal Risk, Employee Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Job Analysis, Interviewing Skills

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular professional development courses

  • Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking): Koç University
  • Resilience for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Constructores de Paz: Universidad de los Andes
  • كيف توازن بين عملك وحياتك الشخصية: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Feedback Loops: Team Feedback: University of Michigan
  • Applying to U.S. Universities: University of Pennsylvania
  • Suicide Prevention: Wesleyan University
  • Conflict Management For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes

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