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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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[Featured image] A JD degree candidate wearing glasses and a suit jacket stands in front of a building with pillars, holding a notebook.

Getting Your JD Degree: What to Expect from Law School

Learn more about the law fields you can study in a JD program and what you can do with the degree.

July 14, 2022

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[Featured Image] I smiling businesswoman stands in a windowed office and speaks with her colleagues about the types of MBAs to pursue.

6 Types of MBAs: Choosing the Best Degree for Your Graduate Business Education

The best MBA program for you will depend on your career goals, the amount of experience you’ve acquired, and the time you have to dedicate to graduate school.

July 14, 2022

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[Featured image] An employee fulfills a long-term career goal by presenting a talk to their colleagues, standing in front of a whiteboard in an uncluttered meeting room while their coworkers listen around a conference table.

Setting and Achieving Long-Term Career Goals (+ Examples)

Long-term career goals are the things you’d like to achieve in your professional life in the future. Learn about long-term career goals and how to create and pursue your own goals.

July 13, 2022

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[Featured image] An abstract image showing a man's hands holding a resume while a person in a suit sits in front of him.

Resume Sections: Key Categories and What to Include to Stand Out

Learn about which sections you should always include on your resume, and the supplemental ones that can help shape your unique professional story.

July 13, 2022

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[Featured Image] A professional businesswoman wearing headphones works on her computer on upskilling.

Upskilling: What It Means and How It Can Help Your Career

Through upskilling, you'll build on skills you already have and fortify your expertise.

July 13, 2022

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[Featured Image] A phlebotomist wearing scrubs draws blood from a patient in a hospital.

What Does a Phlebotomist Do? (And How to Become One)

Being a phlebotomist is about more than just drawing blood. Find out what it takes to become a phlebotomist and why you might consider this over other health care jobs.

July 13, 2022

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