PP
4.0Reviewed 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.
English for Career Development
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: Business Writing
Status: Rapport Building
Course40 hours
Featured reviews
JL
5.0Reviewed 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.
ZG
4.0Reviewed 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
NA
4.0Reviewed Jan 15, 2021
The course materials are good and the teachers are awesome. The course was very focused and it delivered a lot on the subject title. More focus on grammar may further improve the course, Best of luck.
H
5.0Reviewed May 31, 2021
It was a very amazing course. It help me how to write a resume and a cover letter effectively. It also helped me in how to start a conversation with the other employee. At last thank you very much.
EN
5.0Reviewed 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.
ML
5.0Reviewed Nov 3, 2020
I am more convenience and motivated to write my own cover letter and resume. Now that I have that knowledge I would keep practicing. Thank to all who put this course together. Keep up the good work.
R
5.0Reviewed Jul 20, 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.
MA
5.0Reviewed 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
RE
5.0Reviewed Jun 14, 2021
It's a really good course, I learned alot about writing resume and cover letter, and how to describe my skills when I apply for a job. Finally I knew more English communication skills and interview.
MM
5.0Reviewed 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.
IM
5.0Reviewed 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.