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    Learn mentoring techniques for personal and professional development. Understand how to support, guide, and motivate mentees.

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    • N

      Northeastern University

      Effective Talent Management & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Virtual Teams, People Development, Talent Pipelining, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, People Management, Leadership Development, Workforce Planning, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change, Employee Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Human Centered Design, Strategic Thinking, Psychology, Relationship Building, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      378 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Relationship Management

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Communication, Mentorship, Active Listening, People Management, Constructive Feedback, Influencing, Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      388 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Generative AI Agents, Advertising, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, LinkedIn, Peer Review, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Public Relations, Digital Assets, Adaptability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Building and Managing Superior Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Peer Review, Training Programs, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Personal Development, People Development, Human Capital, Talent Management, Performance Appraisal, Job Analysis, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Benchmarking, Large Language Modeling, Portfolio Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      McMaster University

      Mindshift: Transforma tu mente para superar obstáculos en el aprendizaje y descubrir tu potencial oculto.

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Mentorship, Willingness To Learn, Adaptability, Professional Development, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Learning Strategies, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Career Self-Management Advanced Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Peer Review, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Personal Development, Strategic Planning, Content Creation, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Brand Management, Digital Assets, Goal Setting, Branding, LinkedIn, Social Media, Marketing Strategies, Investigation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Data Mapping, Teaching, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Student Engagement, Planning, Environmental Issue

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Accountability, Advocacy, Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Trustworthiness, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Productivity, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Visionary, Leadership Development, Peer Review, Employee Coaching, Employee Engagement, Value Propositions, Constructive Feedback, Initiative and Leadership, Honesty

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Motivando Equipos de Trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Building, Recognizing Others, Collaboration, Professional Development, Communication, Human Learning, Creativity, Employee Training, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      132 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mentoring courses

    • Effective Talent Management & Development: Northeastern University
    • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
    • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Relationship Management : Rice University
    • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York
    • Building and Managing Superior Skills: The State University of New York
    • Mindshift: Transforma tu mente para superar obstáculos en el aprendizaje y descubrir tu potencial oculto.: McMaster University
    • Career Self-Management Advanced Certification: The State University of New York
    • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education: University of Michigan

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Mentoring

    Mentoring describes a learning relationship between two people, usually in a work or school environment. The mentor guides, supports, and offers feedback to the mentee about a variety of topics, including career-related decisions, work-life balance, and organizational skills. This arrangement aims to maximize the potential of a mentee who's adjusting to a new work environment or establishing a career path.‎

    It's important to learn how to mentor because it makes you a better employee and gives you an opportunity to give back to others. Ideally, the mentor-mentee relationship is reciprocal, and both people benefit from the work they do together. When you mentor a new employee, you build your leadership and communication skills, which can open advancement opportunities. It also lets you view your work from a new perspective and gives you a sense of satisfaction that you're helping others.‎

    Learning how to mentor and putting into action the skills you develop put you in a position for leadership roles within your organization. You may earn a promotion to a supervisory or managerial position. The process of mentoring other people also deepens your knowledge of your own position. Your productivity may increase and lead to other jobs with your current or future employers.‎

    The kind of people best suited for roles in mentoring are, first of all, enthusiastic about their work. They are often experts in their field, but continually seek to learn as much as possible about the field and how to improve their performance. At the same time, they want to pass on their knowledge.

    Successful mentors understand the power of active listening. They listen to their mentees so they fully understand their needs and can develop a plan to address them. Mentors should have empathy and genuine respect for their mentees and be able to give them honest feedback.‎

    Online Mentoring courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Mentoring skills. Choose from a wide range of Mentoring courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Mentoring, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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