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.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Compassion, Education and Training, Professionalism, Adult Education, Formal Learning, Community and Social Work, Community Outreach, Entrepreneurship, Personal Integrity, Visionary, Leadership Development, Growth Mindedness, Social Justice, Teaching, Community Development, Public History
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Willingness To Learn, Student Support and Services, Biology, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Self-Motivation, Time Management, Resourcefulness
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fudan University
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Videography, Photography, Post-Production, Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Media Production, Scripting, Writing, Creativity, Content Creation, Peer Review, Performing Arts, Coordination
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, System Configuration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Planning, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Brainstorming, Open Mindset, Planning, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Personal Integrity, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Attributes, Accountability, Leadership, Resilience, Visionary, Goal Setting, Adaptability
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Human Development, World History, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Sociology, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Sustainable Design, Prototyping
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months