Professional skills courses can help you learn effective communication, time management, negotiation techniques, and leadership strategies. You can build skills in conflict resolution, networking, and project management, which are crucial in various work environments. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, project management platforms, and collaboration apps that enhance your ability to work efficiently and lead teams.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Information Technology, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Governance, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Information Privacy, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Incident Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Usability Testing, Agile Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Persona Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Peer Review, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Customer Insights, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Kanban Principles, Product Development, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Commonwealth Education Trust
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Classroom Management, Teaching, Adaptability, Education and Training, Working With Children, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Adult Education, Student Engagement, Professional Development, Collaboration, Curriculum Development, Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows, General Ledger, Bookkeeping, Revenue Recognition, Business Metrics, Return On Investment, Depreciation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Team Motivation, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Team Management, Team Building, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Governance, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Organizational Leadership, Business Management, Strategic Thinking, Leadership Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Negotiation
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, User Requirements Documents, Electronics, Functional Requirement, Operating System Administration, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Requirements Analysis, Network Protocols, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Professional Development, Teamwork, Leadership, Care Coordination, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Safety, Communication, Resilience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Process Improvement, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Management Accounting, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Corporate Tax, Team Leadership, Social Determinants Of Health, Marketing Analytics, Financial Auditing, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Business Strategy, Variance Analysis, Generative AI, Financial Market
Credit offered
Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Business Strategies, Prioritization, Open Mindset
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Commonwealth Education Trust
Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Communication Strategies, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Classroom Management, Student Engagement, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months