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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


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    Northeastern University

    Basic Programming in Python II

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Science, Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Structures, Debugging, Style Guides, Software Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Evolução na Carreira de Liderança

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Organizational Structure, Performance Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Adaptability, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Observing Earth From Space

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environment, Global Positioning Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Climate Change Programs, Image Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Forecasting, Data Access, Data Collection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Understanding the Healthcare Ecosystem

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Flow, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Market Dynamics, Health Care, Stakeholder Analysis, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Management, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Organizational Structure, Information Technology, Business Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering Usability Testing: Techniques and Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Software Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Test Planning, Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Technical Communication, User Research, UI/UX Research, User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Stakeholder Engagement

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Nanjing University

    网络课程与学习评价

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Higher Education, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Innovation, Human Learning, Curriculum Development, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    NIIT

    Building Navigational Workflows Using React

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Web Applications, Data Validation, Front-End Web Development, Routing Protocols, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Siemens

    Expedite – Skills for Industry: Industry Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Transformation, Business Communication, Business Acumen, Customer Service, Cost Benefit Analysis, Product Management, Financial Acumen, Customer experience strategy (CX), Stakeholder Communications, New Product Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication, Business, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Security and Auditing in Ethereum

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Payment Systems, Continuous Monitoring, Blockchain, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Code Review, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Effective Hiring: Interview Training for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Recruitment, Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Acquisition, Performance Measurement, Decision Making, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Strategy, Paid media, Content Marketing, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Google Ads, Innovation, Product Development, Video Production

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to AI Tools for Coders and Programmers

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Copilot, Integrated Development Environments, Web Development Tools, Code Review, Application Programming Interface (API), React.js, Unit Testing, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Node.JS, Debugging, Middleware

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Basic Programming in Python II: Northeastern University
  • Evolução na Carreira de Liderança: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Observing Earth From Space: The University of Edinburgh
  • Understanding the Healthcare Ecosystem: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mastering Usability Testing: Techniques and Best Practices: Board Infinity
  • 网络课程与学习评价: Nanjing University
  • Building Navigational Workflows Using React: NIIT
  • Expedite – Skills for Industry: Industry Foundations: Siemens
  • Security and Auditing in Ethereum: EDUCBA
  • Effective Hiring: Interview Training for Managers: Coursera

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