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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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    Coursera

    Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Positive Thinking and Thriving

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Stress Management

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Communication, Vocabulary, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Business Communication, Grammar, Adaptability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    158 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SoFi

    Fundamentals of Investing

    Skills you'll gain: Investments, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Financial Planning, Equities, Asset Management, Tax, Financial Analysis, Tax Planning, Securities (Finance), Derivatives

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Student Support and Services, Instructional Design, Communication Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Physiology, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات إدارة التغيير الذاتي

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    190 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    USO

    Making Your Military Transition a Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Adaptability, Goal Setting, Community Development, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Personal Attributes, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Business Writing, Communication, Gmail

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    131 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The State University of New York

    Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Marketing, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Peer Review, Professional Networking, Public Relations, Constructive Feedback

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    232 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التفكير الناقد | Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Learning Strategies, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Self-Motivation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Surveys, Creative Thinking, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Cognitive flexibility, Research Methodologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Positive Thinking and Thriving: Arizona State University
  • Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示: Peking University
  • Fundamentals of Investing: SoFi
  • Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness: Universidades Anáhuac
  • مهارات إدارة التغيير الذاتي: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Making Your Military Transition a Transformation: USO
  • Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews: Coursera
  • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York

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