Welcome to English for Career Development, a course created by the University of Pennsylvania, and funded by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs.
To enroll in this course for free, click on “Enroll now” and then select "Full Course. No certificate."
This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in advancing their careers in the global marketplace. In this course, you will learn about the job search, application, and interview process in the United States, while comparing and contrasting the same process in your home country. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path, while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. The first unit in this course will introduce the U.S. job application process and provide strategies for identifying the jobs that match your interests and skills. Unit 2 will take you through the steps necessary to produce a professional-looking resume. In unit 3, you will work to develop a clear and concise cover letter. The final unit of the course focuses on networking and interview skills.
Anyone may take this course for free. If you want to get a Coursera Verified Certificate for free, please fill out the Financial Aid form.
Unless otherwise noted, all course materials are available for re-use, repurposing and free distribution under a Creative Commons 4.0 Attribution license.
Supplemental reading materials were provided by Newsela, which publishes daily news articles at a level that's just right for each English language learner.
Status: Vocabulary
Vocabulary
Status: Professional Networking
Professional Networking
Course·40 hours
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5.0
·Reviewed May 3, 2021
I enjoyed this Course English for Career Development and learnt a lot .The instructor were so helpful and proactive that it was easy for me to learn and I was able to reach clear all the assignment ..
5.0
·Reviewed May 25, 2022
I thank you very much for this opportunity. I have learnt alot and i wish this course could be tought in every Unversity to equip syedents with job searching skills before entering the job market.
4.0
·Reviewed Oct 21, 2021
this course is very helpful job seeker.this course help to improve you personality development and after completing this course you may feel confident that you can give the interview in correct way.
5.0
·Reviewed Aug 12, 2023
Coursera online career development program is really appreciable course, I learn a lot of from this course specially for my personal grooming and development.Thanks & RegardsMuhammad Asim Akhtar
4.0
·Reviewed Apr 4, 2020
I did not give one more star because i felt something missed, but my experience of learning in coursera was very enjoyable and helpful. I am really very thankful to you all for making coursera app.
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 20, 2020
I really like the course offered by coursera & also thanks the University teachers who guides the full course with easy understanding and specially the job process in USA. Thank you very much.
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 9, 2021
This course is very crucial one. really i learn very important lessons I am really thankfully for teachers who taught me these lesson though i would like to get free certificate because lack of money.
5.0
·Reviewed May 22, 2020
very helpful in both ways -practicing English and jop application and interview-I have really enjoyed the course and I hope I have more from courses from these teachersI wish the course never ends.
4.0
·Reviewed Jan 18, 2017
I did not know before that finding applying and interviewing is like a science thing that I have to study and educate myself for, I found that the course is very good and standardise the whole idea
5.0
·Reviewed May 18, 2020
I found this course extremely useful. Contents of the course are exactly what I had expected. All of the videos are of suitable duration 5-6 minutes. Tests are mostly of multiple choice pattern.
5.0
·Reviewed May 14, 2021
I enjoyed the course. It was interesting, informative, challenging, interactive, and fun at the same time. It improved my knowledge and skills of the subject.
Thank you for this learning opportunity.
5.0
·Reviewed Aug 24, 2019
It is the very useful course for learning, this course provides videos for better understanding. A part from that there are exams like quiz, games, video recording, review of classmates work and all..
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·Reviewed Aug 22, 2019
The course was well designed and developed. The language is simple and direct. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone looking to up skill their English language for career advancement.
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Dayala
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·Reviewed Aug 25, 2019
It is the very useful course for learning, this course provides videos for better understanding. A part from that there are exams like quiz, games, video recording, review of classmates work and all..
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Kenneth
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·Reviewed Jul 22, 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed the course. The videos, readings, quizzes and games were very informative, clear and helpful. I hope that other users enjoyed the course as much as I did. Thank you very much!
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Elora
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·Reviewed Jul 4, 2020
Thank you for letting us to use this opportunity at this pandemic situation.
I find this course has a lot example which is unstandable and illustration and so efficient for newcomer and job seeker.
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Kasonde
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·Reviewed Apr 27, 2019
I have learnt so much from this course. I am glad I came across it because I feel I have gained more knowledge and understanding on job search, preparedness and proper planning before an interviews.
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Ramana
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·Reviewed Jul 21, 2020
AN EXCELLENT COURSE. THE TEACHERS ARE OUT STANDING. THERE IS A CLARITY OF THOUGHT AND EXPRESSION IN THE TEACHERS. EVERY ONE WHO IS SEARCHING FOR JOB SHOULD DO THIS COURSE. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE TEAM.
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Ferdinand
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·Reviewed Apr 9, 2019
Very easy course I totally recommend taking it!
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Khusbu
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·Reviewed May 4, 2021
I enjoyed this Course English for Career Development and learnt a lot .The instructor were so helpful and proactive that it was easy for me to learn and I was able to reach clear all the assignment ..
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Md
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 12, 2019
This course helps me to speaking in job interviews and writing English Effectively.
A lot of thanks you course traineer Brian Mcmanus & Robyn Turner.
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Marc
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·Reviewed Mar 12, 2021
It really helped me to improve my English skill. Thankyou!
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Mehrad
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·Reviewed Jul 2, 2018
It's in very very simple English. so if you're bored of watching it, skip to something more professional.
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Fabio
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·Reviewed Apr 9, 2019
That is an excelent course, everything well created. Thank you!!!
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Петрович
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·Reviewed Apr 15, 2020
The course is written correctly. Thanks! thank you for your course, for your efforts, literacy and thoughtfulness. All the information was very clear and useful. For your positive attitude and ease!)
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Estefanía
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·Reviewed Nov 18, 2018
Great course. I was able to learn so much about how to apply properly for a job. Nice speakers and teachers they have a very clear understanding. I recommend everyone to take this course.
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Tseegii
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·Reviewed Nov 13, 2021
I enjoyed this Course English for Career Development and learnt a lot .The instructor were so helpful and proactive that it was easy for me to learn and I was able to reach clear all the assignment ..
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Erica
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 28, 2018
It really helped me and taught me a lot if lessons that I can really apply and use not only in my English subject but also with my technical papers. Thank you so much for this opportunity!
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JEFF
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·Reviewed May 27, 2019
I learned a lot from this course. If you're someone who's planning to look for a job in America then this course is for you.
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John
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·Reviewed Apr 7, 2019
This online course can help a lot of people. I really hope this will be recognized and endorsed to more countries for it to aid a lot of people.
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Mark
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·Reviewed Apr 14, 2019
this course is realy help me to develop my skill and mental ability that i realy need