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Career Development Courses

Career development courses can help you learn resume writing, interview techniques, networking strategies, and personal branding. You can build skills in setting career goals, navigating workplace dynamics, and leveraging feedback for growth. Many courses introduce tools like LinkedIn for professional networking, online portfolios for showcasing work, and assessment tools for identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

Popular Career Development Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google

    Uncover Your Transferable Skills with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Professional Development, Google Gemini, AI literacy, Value Propositions, Adaptability, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Professional development: Improve yourself, always

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Adaptability, Self-Discipline, Growth Mindedness, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Goal Setting, Habit Formation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    915 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    UBITS

    Comunicación para equipos multigeneracionales

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Professional Development, Internal Communications, Productivity, Diversity Awareness, Collaboration, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Drive Engagement, Talent Recruitment, Brand Loyalty, Interviewing Skills, Customer Engagement, Branding, Brand Awareness, Customer experience improvement, Constructive Feedback, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Service, Customer Advocacy, Personalized Service, Relationship Building

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Smart Goals, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Communication, General Networking, Events and Conferences, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Mentorship, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    173 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Teamwork, Team Management, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Level Up Your Career

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Management, Professional Development, Trustworthiness, Overcoming Obstacles, Rapport Building, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Empowerment, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Proactivity, Performance Appraisal, Growth Mindedness, Growth Strategies, Analytical Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Effective Talent Management & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Virtual Teams, Management Training And Development, People Development, Talent Pipelining, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Workforce Development, People Management, Leadership Development, Training and Development, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Jira Job Preparation: Portfolio, Resume, and Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Interviewing Skills, Agile Product Development, Action Oriented, Program Management, LinkedIn, Portfolio Management, Workflow Management, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Follow Through, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    144 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Optimism, Time Management, Empowerment, Human Centered Design, Habit Formation, Professional Development, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Uncover Your Transferable Skills with AI: Google
  • Professional development: Improve yourself, always: Macquarie University
  • Comunicación para equipos multigeneracionales: UBITS
  • Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Networking: University of Minnesota
  • Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare: Northwestern University
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Level Up Your Career: Harvard Business Review
  • Effective Talent Management & Development: Northeastern University
  • Jira Job Preparation: Portfolio, Resume, and Interview: Coursera

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