# Micro-credentials and short courses for individuals
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Build new skills quickly with our professional development courses and programs, designed to help you develop capabilities that align with your career goals.
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## The world of work is changing.
Whatever your role or industry, upskilling is essential.\
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Micro-credentials and short courses are designed to help busy professionals quickly gain specific knowledge, skills, and the capabilities employers need.
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## Search for a micro-credential or short course
What do you want to study? e.g. Sustainability Submit
## Browse courses by skill area
Discover subjects that match your interests, the learning experiences they offer, and the career pathways they support.
- [Education](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/education)
- [Creative media](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/creative-media)
- [Cultural and ethical](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/cultural-and-ethical)
- [Data and digital transformation](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/data-and-digital-transformation)
- [Health](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/health)
- [Leadership, management and change](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/leadership-management-and-change)
- [Government](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/government)
- [Sustainability](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses/sustainability)
# Online graduate courses
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## Why micro-credentials and short courses?
Our unique micro-credentials and short courses are small, increasingly sought-after and focus on the specific skill sets and capabilities your industry needs.
[Frequently asked questions](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/professional-development/micro-credentials-and-short-courses-for-individuals/frequently-asked-questions)
Fast, focused, flexible
Advance your knowledge, skills, and capabilities in just a few short weeks.
Industry-aligned courses
All micro-credentials and short courses are developed and delivered by leading academics and industry experts.
Build your professional network
Collaborate with like-minded learners to share knowledge, explore new concepts, and make lasting connections.
Broaden your skill set
Build on your existing skills, explore exciting new career paths, or just pursue your love of lifelong learning.