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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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    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Speechwriting

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Writing, Proofreading, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ingenuity, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    770 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to College 101

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Student Support and Services, Higher Education, Planning, Prioritization, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Personal Development, Resourcefulness, Goal Setting, Research

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Career Path Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Sales, Market Trend, LinkedIn, Spreadsheet Software, Relationship Building, Business Marketing, Presentations, Adaptability, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Social Media, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, Personal Development, Blogs, Diversity Awareness, Instagram, Media and Communications, Sociology, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Culture, Cultural Responsiveness, Case Studies, Analysis, Writing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Digital Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Peer Review, Communication, Design Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

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    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Journals, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Empathy, Compassion, Collaboration, Active Listening, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    230 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Project Management: Gestiona tu proyecto y equipo con Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Timelines, Presentations, Kanban Principles, Project Design, Project Management, Team Management, Brainstorming

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    American Psychological Association

    Social Psychology of Attraction and Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Psychology, Human Relations Movement, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research, Behavioral Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Building Relationships with Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Empathy, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Teamwork, Communication, Active Listening, Self-Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fundamentals of Speechwriting: Coursera
  • مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Applying to College 101: University of Pennsylvania
  • Career Path Essentials: IESE Business School
  • Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Digital Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
  • Constructores de Paz: Universidad de los Andes
  • Project Management: Gestiona tu proyecto y equipo con Canva: Coursera

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