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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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    IBM

    Application Modernization for Enterprise Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, DevOps, Data Integration, z/OS, IBM Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Mainframe Technologies, Mainframe Computing, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Application Management, Application Deployment, Middleware, Data Access, Application Design, Containerization, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Introducción a R

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Data Visualization, R Programming, Data Presentation, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Automation, Integrated Development Environments

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Continuous Monitoring, Endpoint Security, Network Monitoring, Malware Protection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Introducción a la IA y la tecnología en el deporte

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis Software, Analytics, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Natural Language Processing, Digital Transformation, Technology Solutions, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Large Language Modeling, Technology Strategies, Performance Appraisal, Agile Project Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    App Engine: Qwik Start - Python

    Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Application Development, DevOps

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Emory University

    Mastering Business Essentials: Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Production Planning, Lean Methodologies, Prioritization, Cost Reduction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Getting started with Firebase Cloud Firestore

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Database Development, Software Installation, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Cloud Management, Development Environment, Web Development

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Systems Analyst Capstone Project 

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Database Design, Business Process Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, System Testing, Process Mapping, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Development Testing, Data Management, System Design and Implementation, Software Design Documents, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyzing and Underwriting Corporate Credit in India

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Financial Analysis, Lending and Underwriting, Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis, Corporate Finance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Banking, Market Analysis, Cash Flows

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Canva Design Essentials Pt. 3: Docs, Video & AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Layout Design, Image Quality

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    MOST from a Conceptual Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Research Design, Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Statistical Methods, Program Evaluation, Sample Size Determination, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Manipulation, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Application Modernization for Enterprise Systems: IBM
  • Introducción a R: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals: Board Infinity
  • Introducción a la IA y la tecnología en el deporte: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • App Engine: Qwik Start - Python: Google Cloud
  • Mastering Business Essentials: Operations: Emory University
  • Getting started with Firebase Cloud Firestore: Google Cloud
  • Systems Analyst Capstone Project : IBM
  • Analyzing and Underwriting Corporate Credit in India: Coursera
  • Canva Design Essentials Pt. 3: Docs, Video & AI Tools: Skillshare

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