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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Technical Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Proposal Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Proofreading, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Editing, Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Communication, Public Speaking, Trustworthiness, Business Writing, Engineering Management, Team Management, Business Correspondence, Technical Management, Storytelling

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Social Media, Prioritization, Competitive Analysis, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Recruitment, Presentations, Marketing

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Public Speaking and Presentations

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Storytelling, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Concision, Goal-Oriented, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Effective Talent Management & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Virtual Teams, Talent Pipelining, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, People Management, Leadership Development, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Risk Management, Employee Engagement

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Health Education, Learning Styles, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Creativity, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Personal Development, Productivity, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Employee Engagement, Decision Making, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Career Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Mentorship, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Relationship Building, Social Media Strategy, Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication, Adaptability, Collaboration, Business Research, Negotiation, Leadership, Professionalism, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Suicide Prevention

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medical Terminology, Psychotherapy, Public Health, Mental Health, Demography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Éxito Profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Business Writing, Critical Thinking, Cash Management, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Time Management, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Financial Statements, Contract Negotiation, Financial Analysis, Project Schedules, Feasibility Studies, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling, Project Management, Staff Management, Finance, Change Management

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Technical Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Public Speaking and Presentations : Arizona State University
    • Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment: Kennesaw State University
    • Effective Talent Management & Development: Northeastern University
    • Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education: University of Michigan
    • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Career Discovery: Kennesaw State University
    • Suicide Prevention: Wesleyan University
    • Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession: University of Michigan

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