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Workforce Development Courses

Workforce development courses can help you learn talent acquisition strategies, employee training techniques, performance management, and skills gap analysis. You can build expertise in creating effective onboarding programs, implementing mentorship initiatives, and evaluating workforce effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Learning Management Systems (LMS) for training delivery, HR analytics software for performance tracking, and project management tools to streamline workforce initiatives.


Popular Workforce Development Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Google Cloud Platform, Devops Tools, DevOps, Web Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Introduction to NoSQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, MongoDB, Apache Cassandra, Databases, Database Administration, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, IBM Cloud, JSON, Data Modeling, Scalability, Transaction Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    372 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Keras (Neural Network Library), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Model Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    288 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Constructive Feedback, People Management, Professional Development, Empowerment, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    337 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    D

    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Michigan

    Responsible Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Governance, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Consumer Behaviour, AI Enablement, Social Impact, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Automation, Stakeholder Management, Operations, Human Resources, Leadership and Management, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    317 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Azure, No-Code Development, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Cloud Deployment, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    822 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    A

    Adobe

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Digital Marketing, Adobe Express, Target Audience, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Customer Acquisition Management, Content Creation, Generative AI Agents

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    288 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Parallel Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Java, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    P

    Peking University

    C++程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Design, Algorithms, Data Structures

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    813 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Michigan

    Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Instagram, Social Media Content, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Cognitive flexibility, Concision, Creativity, Case Studies, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    158 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Docker: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to NoSQL Databases: IBM
  • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
  • Coaching Conversations: University of California, Davis
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • Responsible Generative AI: University of Michigan
  • Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio: Coursera
  • Digital Marketing: Adobe
  • Parallel Programming in Java: Rice University

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