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      University of Leeds

      Essential Skills for Your Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Willingness To Learn, LinkedIn, Adaptability, Planning, Personal Development, Resilience, Social Media Content, Interviewing Skills

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Project Management, Storytelling, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Smart Goals, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Planning, Leadership, Time Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Prioritization, Scheduling, Professional Development, Assertiveness, Time Management, Digital Communications, Productivity, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Team Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Workforce Planning, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Persistence, Empowerment, Personal Development, Planning, Creativity, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Mindfulness, Productivity, Prioritization, Visionary, Digital Design, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Creative Thinking

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Fundraising and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Prospecting and Qualification, Philanthropy, Campaign Management, Tax Planning, Direct Marketing, Business Writing, Customer Relationship Building, Marketing Strategies, Relationship Building, Estate Planning, Benefits Administration, Administration, Target Audience, Email Marketing, Telemarketing, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Professional Development, Social Skills, Personal Development, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Persuasive Communication, Relationship Building, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Leadership Development, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Professional Success Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Analysis, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Organizational Structure, Culture

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Personal Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Professional Development, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Growth Mindedness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Body Language for Effective Professional Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Presentations, Cultural Sensitivity, Self-Awareness

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Leadership Development for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship, Active Listening

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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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

    • Essential Skills for Your Career Development: University of Leeds
    • Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree: University of Minnesota
    • Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership: Skillshare
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You: Skillshare
    • Fundraising and Development: University of California, Davis
    • Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Personal Skills: Packt

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