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Professional Development Courses

Professional development courses can help you learn effective communication, leadership strategies, time management, and conflict resolution. You can build skills in networking, personal branding, and project management techniques. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, collaboration platforms, and performance tracking systems, showing how these skills can enhance teamwork and productivity in various professional settings.

Popular Professional Development Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Design, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Human Centered Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Technology Strategies, Collaboration

    ★ 4.7 (90) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Professional Risk and Program Management

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Program Management, Bidding, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Risk Analysis, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Leadership, Communication Planning, Project Estimation, Project Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Scheduling, Team Leadership, Contract Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Procurement, Project Controls

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Professional Skills for Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Drive Engagement, Willingness To Learn, Client Services, Personal Development, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Skills, Self-Motivation, Curiosity, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship, Performance Improvement, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    HR Management and Organizational Development

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Development, Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Workforce Development, Employee Performance Management, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Team Management, Talent Management, Quality Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Human Resources Management and Planning, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership Studies, Human Resource Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Engagement, Change Management

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of London

    The Authentic Communicator: Building Presence and Trust

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Executive Presence, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • R

    Rice University

    Leadership Development for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Employee Coaching, Creative Problem-Solving, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Creative Thinking, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Creativity, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    First-Time Manager Essentials: Leading Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Recognizing Others, Professional Networking, Trustworthiness, Applicant Tracking Systems, Recruitment Strategies, Relationship Building, Team Building, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Team Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Team Management, Employee Coaching, Team Collaboration, Team Oriented, Talent Pipelining, Verbal Communication Skills

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Learning & Development 

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI Agents, Developing Training Materials, AI Enablement, Workforce Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Analysis, Learning Management Systems, Generative AI, Instructional Design, AI literacy, HR Tech, Learning Styles, Content Creation, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Childhood Education and Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development and Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Communication, Personal Attributes, Self-Motivation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Personal Development, Persuasive Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Honesty, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Composure, Public Speaking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • I

    Intel

    Leader of Learning Experiences

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Lesson Planning, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Teamwork, Collaboration, Classroom Management, Virtual Environment, Curriculum Planning, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Collaboration, Stress Management, Technology Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Social Impact, Patient Communication, digital literacy, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 3.9 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Communicating to Build Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Team Collaboration, Empathy, Team Building, Professionalism, Workplace inclusivity, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Business Communication, Prioritization, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Employee Coaching, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Etiquette for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Social Skills, Business Communication, Cultural Diversity, Non-Verbal Communication, Diversity Awareness, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Follow Through, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Digital Communications, Executive Presence

    ★ 5 (33) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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