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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

TO

Nov 12, 2021

I enjoyed this Course English for Career Development and learnt a lot .The instructor were so helpful and proactive that it was easy for me to learn and I was able to reach clear all the assignment ..

R

Jul 20, 2020

AN EXCELLENT COURSE. THE TEACHERS ARE OUT STANDING. THERE IS A CLARITY OF THOUGHT AND EXPRESSION IN THE TEACHERS. EVERY ONE WHO IS SEARCHING FOR JOB SHOULD DO THIS COURSE. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE TEAM.

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By Tivea V

Apr 17, 2020

A very knowledgeable course with detail and descriptive content. The knowledge provided was very great and it enhances my desire to reapply for a new job anyway.

By Olwenyi R

Apr 1, 2020

This course should really be a gateway to the job market for everyone out there. It covers fundamentally covers everything you need to know in your preparations.

By Sujan K

Jan 9, 2017

This course is really helpful for improving our English for both writing and reading. I learned many new things from here. I am happy that i choose this course.

By Maja M

Jul 25, 2023

This course is fantastic! I learned how to write a good resume, a detailed cover letter, deliver a good elevator speech, and prepare for a future job interview.

By Luisa N

Mar 14, 2022

I loved this course. I think that apart from learning about the proper job search, you strengthen your English and the proper way of expression. I recommend it.

By MARGARITA H G

Jan 9, 2022

This is an excellent course. I want to thank you. It helped me to improve my English and to get knowledge on how to apply for new job in The United States .

By Ana S A

Aug 27, 2021

I enjoyed every step of this course I find it extremely useful for people about to graduate from college or people looking to improve their chances to get hired

By Soe M T

Jun 12, 2021

Thank you so much to the university of Pennsylvania and also Mr. Brian McManus and Ms. Robyn Turner.

This course is very helpful of in my career journey. Thanks!

By Angel M B

Feb 21, 2021

This course has given me a lot of insights as I am preparing for my job search. I hope many other job seekers could find this and help them build their careers.

By dobuol G G

Jan 12, 2021

ENGLISH CAREER DEVELOPMENT HAS BEEN A BEST COURSE I HAVE BEEN ENJOYED. I WOULD LIKE TO THANK MY INSTRUCTORS AND MY COURSE MATES FOR ALL THE WORKS

THANK YOU ALL.

By Gale d V

Nov 19, 2020

Although I have been in the workforce for a long time, this course helped me as it is an informative and entertaining refresher in as I re-enter the job market.

By elixir s

Oct 31, 2020

i found this course really beneficial for my career development and enhancing my professional skills really the teachers were amazing. Hats off for the faculty.

By Luis A C B

Jun 15, 2020

The course cover all the features and topics needly for a job seeker to be hired for a company. I enjoy this program, I hope more like this. Excellent teachers!

By Barbara B

Jun 7, 2020

I really enjoyed this course!! The teachers are awsome, helpful and they speak clearly. I recomend for anyone who wants improve their posibilities to get a job!

By Yiraldy G H

May 13, 2020

I really learned a lot from this course. It helps me to understand about topics that I could not handle it until I started the wonderful journey of this course.

By Nan A Z H

Mar 30, 2020

very useful information for those who are planning to apply jobs with excellent CV and cover letter with effective writing styles with the correct word choices.

By SHERLY N G

Nov 21, 2016

It was a perfect career development. I liked the way of teaching. I learned well and knew more about the career, job process. Thanks. It was very helpful to me.

By Rosario N

Dec 9, 2022

I found this course very usefull, well planned and practical. The explanations are clear and the excercices are well oriented.

Very glad I took part. Thank you

By Yash C

Jun 9, 2021

This Course brings immense knowledge and interest. Thanks for the instructors who made this course as easy as possible . Special thanks to the Coursera Team!!

By Omar V

Nov 23, 2020

Excellent course very recomendable. It was fabolus to know there are somo ilegal question during an interview. very complete and educative THANK YOU VERY MUCH

By Shoumik D

Jul 27, 2020

The course is very concise. Loved the course. The instructors were excellent. The course is actually short, one can complete it in 1/2 days. Thanks to Coursera

By Kelly Y R M

Jul 22, 2020

This course helps you to improve your professional profile, so you could change your career, job or position. It is very useful through your professional life.

By Muizz O

Jun 6, 2017

One of the best courses I have taken on coursera. Simplified and easy to understand, I am more confident and determined of succeeding in my future career path.

By Lizeth S

Apr 8, 2017

Interesting and very useful course. I hope it help me to develop professionally. I like the methodology. The teachers explain very clear.

Thank You very much.

By Joyce D L C

Nov 9, 2016

Thank you for the big help, yes i am not purely speak English but because of this, it will help me to find a better job and answer any interview on a good way.