The OU have a huge number of free, short courses that you can do at any time and at your own pace. We have suggested some OpenLearn Badged Open Courses below which are designed to accelerate and advance your career aspirations. Each course is 24 hours long and awards an Open University Statement of Participation and a Digital Badge for career development opportunities.
In addition, we offer free, short courses to modules and degrees, The OU has something for everyone.
If you are interested in studying one of our accredited modules or qualifications, you can find more information at http://www.open.ac.uk/scotland/study/courses-and-qualifications. IN addition, you may be eligible for the Part Time Fee Grant http://www.open.ac.uk/scotland/study/fees-and-funding or a 10% union discount depending on your financial circumstances.
If you have any questions about your study options or to reserve a place on one of our accredited modules/qualifications, please email: Scotland-engagement@open.ac.uk
Free courses
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Succeed in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Succeed in the workplaceDo you want to change jobs, are you just starting in the job market or may be returning after a break? If so, then this free course, Succeed in the workplace, is for you. It will help you explore career opportunities. You will also gain the skills to write strong CVs and application forms, and to handle different types of interviews. By the end ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Personal branding for career success
Learn more to access more details of Personal branding for career successThis free course, Personal branding for career success, considers what a personal brand is and whether you currently have one. You’ll look in detail at theories and examples of personal branding, and relevant marketing processes and practices. You’ll identify the values, skills, knowledge and expertise that you want to promote to employers, and ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Working in diverse teams
Learn more to access more details of Working in diverse teamsThis free badged course, Working in diverse teams, will help you consider your experience of working in teams and the different roles you play in them. It will increase your confidence in marketing this key skill to employers as well improve your ability to perform well in teams you are currently part of.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Exploring career mentoring and coaching
Learn more to access more details of Exploring career mentoring and coachingThis free course, Exploring career mentoring and coaching, will explain what mentors and career coaches do and how a colleague or expert who can ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, and help an individual to find the best solutions for themselves, can make a significant difference in a wide range of situations and contexts.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Leadership and followership
Learn more to access more details of Leadership and followershipThis free course, Leadership and followership, will help you to explore what makes a good leader, recognise common leadership challenges, and identify the skills you need to develop if you want to enhance your own leadership experience.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Understanding your sector
Learn more to access more details of Understanding your sectorThis free course, Understanding your sector, will help you to understand the difference between sectors, industries and professions. It will also help you to gain the inside knowledge to impress in applications and at interviews and to put together an action plan that is tailored to you.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Effective communication in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Effective communication in the workplaceThis free course, Effective communication in the workplace, explores the importance of communication as a skill in the workplace. It aims to increase your understanding of communication skills and to help you to consider how your communication could be perceived by others. You'll cover areas such as verbal and non-verbal communication, written ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Can renewable energy sources power the world?
Learn more to access more details of Can renewable energy sources power the world?We ask the question ‘Can renewable energy sources power the world?’ as a response to the growing awareness that increased use of renewable energy technologies is making a major contribution to global efforts to limit anthropogenic climate change. The course begins by examining the environmental concerns that have caused a rise in interest in ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Entrepreneurship – from ideas to reality
Learn more to access more details of Entrepreneurship – from ideas to realityThis free course, Entrepreneurship: from ideas to reality, is about starting and running your own business. Using case studies it will take you through the decisions from generating initial ideas through to deciding what you will do and how to establish your business and grow it. It will guide you through business models, funding options, ...
Level: 2 Intermediate
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Managing my money for young adults
Learn more to access more details of Managing my money for young adultsThis free course, Managing my money for young adults, will help you start to think about managing your finances. You will learn how to budget effectively, and will be encouraged to start thinking about your financial future.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online
Learn more to access more details of Introduction to cyber security: stay safe onlineThis free course, Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online, will help you to understand online security and start to protect your digital life, whether at home or work. You will learn how to recognise the threats that could harm you online and the steps you can take to reduce the chances that they will happen to you.
Level: 1 Introductory
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