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Career Development Courses

Career development courses can help you learn resume writing, interview techniques, networking strategies, and personal branding. You can build skills in setting career goals, navigating workplace dynamics, and leveraging feedback for growth. Many courses introduce tools like LinkedIn for professional networking, online portfolios for showcasing work, and assessment tools for identifying strengths and areas for improvement.


Popular Career Development Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Adaptability, Strong Work Ethic, Cultural Diversity

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    Board Infinity

    Empowerment and Wellness: A Mindfulness Journey for Women

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Stress Management, Personal Care, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Mental Health, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Healing with the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Compassion, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google IT Automation with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Debugging, Cloud Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Services, Technical Communication, Unit Testing, Web Services, Email Automation, Automation, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Configuration Management, Professional Development, Scripting

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    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Generative AI, LLM Application, Research, Responsible AI, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Writing, Report Writing, Data Ethics, Business Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, English Language, Computer Literacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reclaim Your Attention: Values-Aligned Media Consumption

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Personal Development, Compassion, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Creativity, Resilience, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Personal Development, Storytelling, Experimentation, Team Management, Community Development, Social Skills, Leadership, Leadership Development, Persistence, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Empathy, Systems Thinking, Conflict Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Development

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • Empowerment and Wellness: A Mindfulness Journey for Women: Board Infinity
  • Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit: Yale University
  • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
  • Google IT Automation with Python: Google
  • Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Reclaim Your Attention: Values-Aligned Media Consumption: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking): Koç University

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