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    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Goal Setting, LinkedIn, Storytelling, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Self-Motivation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    English for Teaching Purposes

    Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Train The Trainer, Grammar

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    624 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis

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    266 reviews

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    English for Interactions in the Workplace Intermediate Level

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Grammar, Sales Strategy, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Business Writing, Storytelling, Communication Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    320 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    248 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Academic Advising, Personal Development, Human Centered Design, Psychology, Relationship Building, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    379 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Support Individual Growth and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Individual Development Plan (IDP)

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Smart Goals, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Action Oriented, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Career Transition Strategies - Moving into a New Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Consulting, Planning, Business Relationship Management, AI Product Strategy, Social Media, Open Mindset, Strategic Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Uncover Your Transferable Skills with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Professional Development, Google Gemini, LinkedIn, Value Propositions, Interviewing Skills, Adaptability, Professional Networking, AI Personalization, Resourcefulness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Manage Your Job Applications with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Gemini

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular career development courses

  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera Project Network
  • English for Interactions in the Workplace Intermediate Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings : University of Washington
  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Support Individual Growth and Development: Google
  • Individual Development Plan (IDP): University of Minnesota
  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • Career Transition Strategies - Moving into a New Industry: Packt

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