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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, World Music, Personal Development, Blogs, Diversity Awareness, Driving engagement, Instagram, Case Studies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Sociology, Communication, Analysis, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Culture, Social Justice, World History, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Immigration Law, Demography

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    302 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    T

    The University of Edinburgh

    How to Create Video for Online Courses

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Media Production, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Developing Training Materials, Content Creation, Storytelling, Editing, Writing, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Poise

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Advocacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    É

    École Polytechnique

    La recherche documentaire

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Document Management, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Investigation, Databases, Intellectual Property

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    226 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Digital Tools and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Health Technology, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Interactive Learning, Relationship Building, Health Assessment, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Electronics, Course Development, Creativity, Education Software and Technology, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Driving engagement, Experimentation, Design, Computational Thinking, Creative Design, Construction

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Grit and Growth Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Optimism, Professional Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 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
  • Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • How to Create Video for Online Courses: The University of Edinburgh
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
  • La recherche documentaire: École Polytechnique
  • Digital Tools and Well-Being: Arizona State University

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Decision-making (16)
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