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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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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Responsible AI, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, Deep Learning, Workflow Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Statistical Analysis, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Test Planning, Learning Strategies, Goal Setting, Registration

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    297 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Infographics, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Text Mining, Predictive Analytics, Automation

    4.2
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    123 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Goal Setting, LinkedIn, Storytelling, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Self-Motivation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Linux Administration, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Technical Communication, Professional Development, Data Strategy, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Liberty Mutual Insurance

    Liberty Mutual Insurance Sales Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Insurance Policies, Closing (Sales), Insurance Sales, Overcoming Objections, Sales Prospecting, Productivity, Prospecting and Qualification, Verbal Communication Skills, Workers Compensation, Storytelling, Risk Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Retention, Sales Presentation, Communication, Underwriting, Consultative Selling, Commercial Laws, Product Knowledge

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Growth Mindedness, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    SAS Visual Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Data Quality, Text Mining, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Analysis, Dashboard, Analysis, Analytics, Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Business Reporting

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Analitik Data Google

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Ggplot2, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Tableau Software, Analytical Skills, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Data Integrity, Database Management, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google Project Management (PT)

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Backlogs, Project Closure, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Team Leadership, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management, Budget Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Change Control, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Quality Control, Requirements Analysis, Change Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Talent Pipelining, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Recruitment Strategies, Relationship Building, Talent Sourcing, Performance Metric, Job Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Consultative Approaches, Process Improvement, Change Management, Compensation Management, Coordination, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Reporting, Market Research, Performance Analysis, Self-Awareness

    4.7
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner: CertNexus
  • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan
  • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools: IBM
  • Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Liberty Mutual Insurance Sales Agent: Liberty Mutual Insurance
  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • SAS Visual Business Analytics: SAS
  • Analitik Data Google: Google

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