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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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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Oracle Databases, SQL, Data Integrity, PostgreSQL, Conceptual Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Access 365 Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Access, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Database Development, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integrity, Data Maintenance, Microsoft Windows, Databases, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Query Languages, Data Presentation, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI), Scripting

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Design and Implement a DevOps CI/CD Pipeline Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Nginx

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Generative AI and ChatGPT - Quickstart with Examples

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Node.JS

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    Prompt Engineering For New Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Target Audience

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Getting Started with Unity and Building the Game Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animations, Software Installation, Scripting, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AI-Powered Presentations with Copilot – PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Branding

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    The Accountability Bootcamp for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Accountability, Conflict Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Expectation Management, Team Management, Communication, Follow Through, Productivity, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Leadership Studies, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Case Studies, Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    RAG Systems in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Deployment, LangChain, Performance Tuning, AI Workflows, Generative AI, LangGraph, Embeddings, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Vector Databases, Data Preprocessing, Scalability, Model Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Communication Channels for Project Success

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Internal Communications, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Communication, Business Communication, Digital Communications, Collaboration, Expectation Management, Business Reporting, Spreadsheet Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Epidemiology in Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Data Presentation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Trend Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Health Policy, Data Visualization Software, Chronic Diseases, GIS Software, Health Systems, Infectious Diseases, Biostatistics, Risk Analysis, Investigation, Health Care, Health Disparities, Community Health, Data Analysis, Statistics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Diseñar con Conciencia: Innovación Artesanal desde los Saberes Ancestrales

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Research and Design, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Database Management Essentials: University of Colorado System
  • Microsoft Access 365 Essentials: Logical Operations
  • Design and Implement a DevOps CI/CD Pipeline Case Study: EDUCBA
  • Generative AI and ChatGPT - Quickstart with Examples: Packt
  • Prompt Engineering For New Professionals: Alex Genadinik
  • Getting Started with Unity and Building the Game Foundation: Packt
  • AI-Powered Presentations with Copilot – PowerPoint: Packt
  • The Accountability Bootcamp for Managers: Coursera
  • RAG Systems in Practice: Edureka
  • Communication Channels for Project Success: Coursera

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