University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work Specialization
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work Specialization

A Compass for Navigating Professional Challenges. Many successful people know the content of Professional IQ; you should, too!

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(81 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
2 months at 10 hours a week
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Share your expertise with employers

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Taught in English
62 practice exercises

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Specialization - 4 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Decision Making
Category: Business Ethics
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Honesty
Category: Professional Development
Category: Personal Development
Category: Trustworthiness
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Personal Integrity
Category: Conflict Management
Category: Communication Strategies
Category: Self-Awareness
Category: Communication
Category: Professionalism

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Influencing
Category: Active Listening
Category: Personal Development
Category: Decision Making
Category: Conflict Management
Category: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Category: Professionalism
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Communication
Category: Relationship Building
Category: Empathy
Category: Professional Development

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Conflict Management
Category: Negotiation
Category: Leadership
Category: Communication
Category: Influencing
Category: Constructive Feedback
Category: Organizational Leadership
Category: Decision Making
Category: People Development
Category: Professional Development
Category: Empowerment
Category: Initiative and Leadership
Category: Business Leadership
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Leadership Development
Category: Lifelong Learning
Category: Willingness To Learn
Category: Branding
Category: Personal Integrity
Category: Persuasive Communication

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Communication
Category: Leadership Development
Category: Personal Integrity
Category: Adaptability
Category: Professional Development
Category: Goal Setting
Category: Verbal Communication Skills
Category: Personal Development
Category: Self-Awareness
Category: Complex Problem Solving
Category: Decision Making
Category: Strategic Decision-Making
Category: Personal Attributes
Category: Interpersonal Communications
Category: Leadership
Category: Dealing With Ambiguity

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Instructor

C. K. Gunsalus
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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