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Many people find themselves having to apply for job positions during one of the most challenging times in modern history. Learn effective job-search strategies and techniques to navigate challenging employment markets and improve your chances of finding work even in difficult times.
View detailsOnce you get the job, there can be a lot of uncertainty that comes with a new job. It's important to work on your capabilities so you can succeed at your new workplace and with your colleagues. These learning activities will help you build knowledge and skills in key areas such as company culture, relationship building, goal setting, communication, teamwork, work ethic, work-life balance, and so on.
View detailsIn today's busy and connected world, branding yourself and connecting with other professionals has never been more important. One of the popular platforms for doing this is LinkedIn. These learning activities will help you create a great LinkedIn profile, or improve your current profile, so you can network, join LinkedIn groups, stay up to date with your newsfeed, find jobs, and more.
View detailsInterviews are your opportunity to communicate to employers why you are the best candidate for the job. Acing a job interview has as much to do with the way you prepare as it does your poise and confidence during the interview.
View detailsCreating a great resume will build your confidence and land you more job interviews. Learn how to craft a polished, effective resume that highlights your strengths, experience, and skills — helping you stand out to employers and land job interviews.
View detailsA complete, hands-on learning journey that equips you with the technical and analytical skills needed to succeed as a Data Analyst in today’s data-driven world.
View detailsA complete introduction to IT support, equipping you with the technical and problem-solving skills today’s workplaces rely on.
View detailsLearn essential web development skills — from building interactive websites to coding with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript — and prepare yourself for entry-level roles as a Web Developer.
View detailsLearn the fundamentals of user experience design — from research and wireframing to prototyping and usability testing — and prepare yourself for entry-level roles as a UX Designer.
View detailsDevelop customer support and communication skills — learn how to handle client inquiries, resolve issues, and deliver top-notch service to build a career as a Customer Service Representative.
View detailsProject management has become a fundamental business competency and it can be an interesting, rewarding career. These learning activities provide you with an introduction to project management, key concepts, and the role of the project manager during the lifecycle of a project. Explore a range of methods and techniques for project management effectiveness.
View detailsCybersecurity professionals have a passion for securing systems and protecting data and have a keen interest in information technology. Core skills for cybersecurity professionals include proficiency in implementing information security measures and controls; communicating and managing risks; working with tools to monitor network activity to identify vulnerable points; and engaging with colleagues to act on breaches and resolve cyber threats. Cybersecurity professionals have prerequisite knowledge in network administration and system administration.
View detailsDesign thinking is a powerful approach to innovation and brand differentiation, focused on creating experiences that delight customers. Complete these activities to understand and apply knowledge of design thinking principles to develop solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences. Start by reviewing the toolkit and taking the Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner course to earn the badge
View detailsLearn how large enterprise systems power major applications — and build skills to maintain, manage, and secure those systems behind the scenes as an enterprise-grade computing professional.
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