Communication and Professional Competencies Academy

Select from a curated series of programs built to support the development of your employees — across all levels of your organization — in key ‘soft’ and ‘cognitive’ skills.

Human skills. Tech-driven future.

Technology may be reshaping the workplace, but it’s human potential that drives meaningful progress.

In today’s interconnected world, skills like emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and resilience are proving just as essential as technical expertise.

These capabilities help teams navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and build cultures where collaboration and innovation thrive.

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CognitiveCritical thinking, communication, mental flexibility, planning, and ways of working
InterpersonalMobilizing systems, developing relationships, and teamwork effectiveness
Self-leadership Self-awareness and self-management, entrepreneurship, and goals achievement
DigitalDigital fluency and citizenship, software use and development, and understanding digital systems

Source: The Skills Revolution and the Future of Learning and Earning. (2023). McKinsey & Co. Retrieved September 19, 2023.

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CognitiveCritical thinking, communication, mental flexibility, planning, and ways of working
InterpersonalMobilizing systems, developing relationships, and teamwork effectiveness
Self-leadershipSelf awareness and self management, entrepreneurship, and goals achievement
DigitalDigital fluency and citizenship, software use and development, and understanding digital systems

Source: The Skills Revolution and the Future of Learning and Earning. (2023). McKinsey & Co. Retrieved September 19, 2023.

edX Communication and Professional Competencies Academy course catalog

Help develop essential communication and professional competencies across your organization.

  • Communication and presenting
  • Wellbeing at work
  • Team work and collaboration
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving

Communication and presenting

Begin with purpose. Improve the flow of communication today. Empower your teams to communicate with clarity, manage time effectively, build emotional intelligence, and collaborate across diverse teams.

Wellbeing at work

Prepare for the future. Support workforce wellbeing to drive performance and resilience. Explore strategies to reduce stress, enhance psychological safety, and foster healthy team dynamics. Prioritizing wellbeing helps organizations sustain engagement, reduce burnout, and enable long-term success in hybrid and fast-changing environments.

Team work and collaboration

Focus on connection. Learn how to build trust, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively across functions and geographies. Explore the dynamics of high-performing teams and how to navigate conflict, lead group work, and foster inclusion. 

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Create impact. Develop critical thinking and structured problem-solving capabilities across teams. Equip employees with tools to evaluate information, challenge assumptions, and apply creative solutions to complex challenges. These skills are essential for navigating change and making data-informed decisions.

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