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Professional Skills Courses

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.

Popular Professional Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Navigating Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability Frameworks, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Communication, Corporate Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Social Skills, Persuasive Communication, Teamwork, Influencing, Empowerment, Initiative and Leadership, Goal-Oriented, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Business Communication for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Communication, Concision, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Business, Positivity

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Communication Skills for Interviews & Group Discussions

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Discussion Facilitation, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Teamwork, Communication, Communication Strategies, Tactfulness, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Corporate Communications, Collaboration, Business Communication, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Job Analysis, Recruitment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Interview Skills & Communication Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Composure, Stress Management, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Business Research, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Identifying Transferable Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Self-Awareness, Diversity Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Essential Skills for Your Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Web Presence, Social Skills, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Workforce Development, Willingness To Learn, Relationship Building, Adaptability, Planning, Personal Development, Resilience, Interviewing Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Peer Review, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Planning, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Job Analysis, Organizational Skills, Productivity Software, Personal Development, Dashboard, Competitive Analysis, Goal Setting

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Team Building, Personal Attributes, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Communication, Team Management, Resilience, Collaboration, Behavior Management, Business Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Stress Management, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Shaping Your Professional Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Influencing, Relationship Management, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Communication, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Appraisal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Performance Review, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Employee Coaching, People Development, People Management, Conflict Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات البيع الاحترافية | Professional Selling Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Negotiation, Closing (Sales), General Sales Practices, Sales, Sales Process, Direct Selling, Product Knowledge, Communication, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Personalized Service, Customer Analysis, Greeting Customers, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Customer Engagement, Product Promotion

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Professional Skills: Navigating Bias: Arizona State University
  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Business Communication for Career Growth: EDUCBA
  • Communication Skills for Interviews & Group Discussions: EDUCBA
  • Interview Skills & Communication Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Identifying Transferable Skills: University of Minnesota
  • Essential Skills for Your Career Development: University of Leeds
  • How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
  • Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Shaping Your Professional Brand: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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