University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Foundations of Professional Identity
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Foundations of Professional Identity

C. K. Gunsalus

Instructor: C. K. Gunsalus

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

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Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 27 hours
Learn at your own pace
97%
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(57 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 27 hours
Learn at your own pace
97%
Most learners liked this course

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course

You will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt1 plugin

Find out how the course will run and how we’ll use 2-Minute Challenges and expert commentary to give you a 3-D understanding of the material in this course. Establish and clarify your values and learn how they underpin your career.

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25 videos2 readings4 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt

Learn a systematic approach to tackling any decision.

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23 videos2 readings6 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt

Find out about nine common sources of problems at work, and how to identify them and stop them from derailing your day, your job, or your career.

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23 videos2 readings5 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt

Develop personal scripts for difficult situations.

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24 videos2 readings5 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt1 plugin

Instructor

C. K. Gunsalus
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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