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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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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    كيف توازن بين عملك وحياتك الشخصية

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Professional Development, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Stress Management, Adaptability, Prioritization, Goal Setting

    4.9
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Analysis

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, Tactfulness, Compassion, Performance Review, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Cognitive flexibility

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    كيف تبدأ بتعلم Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Software, Data Entry, Productivity Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Arizona State University

    Digital Safety and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Threat Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    خدمة العملاء | Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Relationship Building, Customer and Client Support, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Retention, Business Planning, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cinematic Health

    Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Mobility Assistance, Developmental Disabilities, Hospice, Basic Nursing Skills, Rehabilitation, Basic Patient Care, Caregiving, Chronic Diseases, Family Support, Personal Care, Care Management, Long Term Care, Nursing Basics, Nursing Care, Patient Transfer Equipment, Patient-centered Care, Communication Strategies, Direct Patient Care, Cultural Sensitivity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Persistence, Stress Management, Planning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Optimism, Prioritization

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Sustainable Design, Prototyping

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

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    University of Michigan

    Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Performing Arts, Design, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Detail Oriented, Creativity, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Digital Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Web Content, Information Management, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Peer Review, Communication, Data Ethics, Design Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Students: Ethics & Academic Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Research, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Intellectual Property, Human Computer Interaction

    4.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • كيف توازن بين عملك وحياتك الشخصية: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback : University of Michigan
  • كيف تبدأ بتعلم Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Digital Safety and Security: Arizona State University
  • خدمة العملاء | Customer Service: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant: Cinematic Health
  • Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair: University of Michigan

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