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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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    University of London

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Interactive Design, Program Development, File I/O, Command-Line Interface, Control Panels, Development Environment, Debugging

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Javascript: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Web Applications, Mobile Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Scripting Languages

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    287 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Spanish Language, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Estrategias de Redes Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, LinkedIn, Facebook, Content Strategy, Professional Networking, Instagram, Content Creation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Budget Management, Lead Generation, Photography, Target Audience

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    887 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    High Stakes Leadership: Leading in Times of Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Resilience, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Dealing With Ambiguity, Proactivity, Communication Strategies, Business Risk Management, Adaptability, Change Management, Communication

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    444 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education

    Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Design, Product Design, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Mechanical Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Industrial IoT Markets and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Cybersecurity, IBM Cloud, Cloud Platforms, Cryptography, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Software-Defined Networking, Market Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    623 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'excellence opérationnelle en pratique

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Kaizen Methodology, Business Operations, Process Improvement, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Kanban Principles, Culture Transformation, Six Sigma Methodology, Management Training And Development, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Management, Waste Minimization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Outbreaks and Epidemics

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Investigation, Case Studies, Laboratory Testing, Statistical Analysis, Research Methodologies, Statistics, Report Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Presentation, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Prospecting, Lead Generation, Telephone Skills, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++: University of London
  • Introduction to Javascript: The Basics: Coursera
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events: University of California, Davis
  • Estrategias de Redes Sociales: Universidad Austral
  • High Stakes Leadership: Leading in Times of Crisis: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity: Rice University
  • SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education: Dassault Systèmes
  • Industrial IoT Markets and Security: University of Colorado Boulder
  • L'excellence opérationnelle en pratique : ESSEC Business School

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