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About the Course

Welcome to English for Career Development, a course created by the University of Pennsylvania, and funded by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs. To enroll in this course for free, click on “Enroll now” and then select "Full Course. No certificate." This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in advancing their careers in the global marketplace. In this course, you will learn about the job search, application, and interview process in the United States, while comparing and contrasting the same process in your home country. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path, while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. The first unit in this course will introduce the U.S. job application process and provide strategies for identifying the jobs that match your interests and skills. Unit 2 will take you through the steps necessary to produce a professional-looking resume. In unit 3, you will work to develop a clear and concise cover letter. The final unit of the course focuses on networking and interview skills. Anyone may take this course for free. If you want to get a Coursera Verified Certificate for free, please fill out the Financial Aid form. Unless otherwise noted, all course materials are available for re-use, repurposing and free distribution under a Creative Commons 4.0 Attribution license. Supplemental reading materials were provided by Newsela, which publishes daily news articles at a level that's just right for each English language learner....

Top reviews

KM

Apr 27, 2019

I have learnt so much from this course. I am glad I came across it because I feel I have gained more knowledge and understanding on job search, preparedness and proper planning before an interviews.

EN

May 26, 2022

I thank you very much for this opportunity. I have learnt alot and i wish this course could be tought in every Unversity to equip syedents with job searching skills before entering the job market.

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By Fatma H

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Apr 22, 2019

easy to understand and the main elements easy to keep . provide me by very useful information

By saumya s

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Mar 5, 2018

I like this course.The lecturers teached well and i like the course structure also.So excellent

By Mahmood G

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Jul 24, 2023

I have learnt many new skills in this course, thank from the teachers and thank from COURSERA.

By Giuseppe B

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Dec 10, 2022

It was a very good course. I think it need more topics abour grammar, but it's a great course.

By Dulce F

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May 26, 2022

excellent course, with good examples and exercises to put into practice what has been learned.

By Issac N

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Feb 15, 2022

Great for develop the interpesronal skills about the American interviewes and applicate to own

By Manuel L

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Jun 6, 2021

Excellent opportunity to learn the different moments that a job seeker could face in the way.

By marcela c (

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Feb 25, 2021

very usefull, was an excellent help fpr me, Ive completed my resume that Ihad only in spanish!

By Nagla I H

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Jan 14, 2021

It's really a very good course. I learned more skills than I was expected. Thank you very much

By Raphael S

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Dec 1, 2020

The purpose of grow your language skills is very efficient when talk about job seeker process.

By VINO 2

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Nov 18, 2020

its a great experience in studying in coursera portal. but certificates are not issued early.

By Rafiul

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Nov 6, 2020

One of the courses for career development. Which has lots of extra information as I expected.

By Kadri S

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May 19, 2020

This is the right place to learn about Carrer Development and to improve your English as well.

By MAURICIO C

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May 13, 2020

I really enjoy this course. It puts my mind at top. I feel learn a lot. Thank you Coursera.

By Santiago D

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May 12, 2020

Awesome course that help you to develops skills and help you to get ready for a job interview!

By Robert H

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Apr 16, 2020

Wonderful course , Love the break down of how to write a professional cover letter and resume.

By George B

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Dec 28, 2018

Lots of thing to learn about your c.v., your cover letter and interviews! Totally recommended!

By Deleted A

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Nov 18, 2018

Definitely excellent, great way to help people's life improve!

Thanks and good luck to you too!

By Cemal K

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Apr 28, 2018

It is so nice course, ıt is improve your skills to find a job effectively. Thank you so much!!

By Norma L M L

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Jan 28, 2018

I´m grateful with Pennsylvania University and Coursera this is a Great Job for people like me.

By Sara V

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Feb 11, 2025

Thank you for this opportunity. the structure of the course is perfect to overcome the goals.

By Thandar L

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Aug 21, 2024

It's a very helpful program for employees who want to polish their skills.  Thanks Lecturer!