Whether you’re changing careers completely or just getting started, you probably have only a vague idea of how various industries operate (and often that image comes from a TV show or movie). For example, maybe you think every media job is exactly like the roles embodied by the journalists in the movie Spotlight. Or, you believe that engineering jobs are a close replica of the ones portrayed in HBO's Silicon Valley.
If you want to get a glimpse at your potential career path, you might want to swap Hulu for online classes.To help you find the right niche, we’ve compiled 10 cheap (or free!) introduction courses for 10 different industries. One’s bound to catch your eye (and maybe even boost your resume) along the way.
Credit: THE MUSEAccording to ALISON, “Product design is the process whereby product designers conceptualize and evaluate ideas before turning them into products ready to be sold by a business to its customers.”If that resonates with you, this course will provide the concepts, case studies, and tools to help you build a foundation for pursuing product design.
Cost:FreeLength:2-3 hours
Credit: THE MUSETake the “mystery” out of marketing with this wallet-friendly class, which will cover everything from the most basic, “What exactly is marketing?” to “How do you promote a product? ”(And if it feels like a great fit, here are 18 more classes that’ll take your skills to the next level.)
Cost:$25Length:1 hour/19 lectures
Credit: THE MUSEDive into human resources management by learning about the myriad responsibilities, varied recruiting processes, and proper implementation of performance reviews that come with working in this field.
Cost:FreeLength:2-3 hours
Credit: If your idea of sales is people showing up at your door with a pitch, you should take this course on the basic strategies of selling. And then check out these 10 classes to boost your sales career.
Cost:FreeLength:1 hour/8 lectures
Credit: THE MUSEIf you’re fascinated by how websites get made, look no further. This short but fast-paced course will cover everything from HTML and CSS basics to how to use those skills to make your web page colorful and beautiful.(And if developing or engineering sparks your interest, here are other beginner coding classes you should check out.)
Cost:$20Length:1.5 hours/15 lectures
Credit: THE MUSEStart thinking like a product manager with this beginner course in B2B business, which will not only cover the “what” of the field but the “why”—plus, some extra interview tips if you’re ready to take that next step in your job search.
Cost:$39Length:13 hours/38 lectures
Credit: THE MUSEWhether you’re interested in manufacturing or service, this class will cover the operation basics, from scheduling to checking inventory to quality management.
Cost:FreeLength:2-3 hours
Credit: THE MUSEAccount management is all about building strong relationships—which is why this starter course is the perfect place to begin. Learn how to maintain a loyal partnership with any customer, overcome common obstacles, and set goals for yourself and your partners.
Cost:$50Length:1 hour/34 lectures
Credit: THE MUSEIf you’re interested in project management (not to be mistaken with productmanagement, this class will go over the tools and software you’ll need to do the job. It also gives a history of the industry and offers real-life examples from actual project managers.
Cost:FreeLength:2-3 hours
Credit: The MuseWhile nothing significant can be learned in an hour, this is a great overview of accounting. Plus, it’ll actually make what would seem like a boring introduction a fun experience for any potential accountant.
Cost:Free with month trialLength:1 hour/18 videos
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