Free Online Digital, Employability & Soft Skills for Career Growth by UNDP
Job Overview
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Date PostedJanuary 3, 2026
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Expiration date--
Job Description
Skill Our Future is a free global online learning platform launched by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with partners including the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and Microsoft.
The platform helps close digital skill gaps by equipping learners with practical, job-ready skills in digital technology, employability, and soft skills — preparing them to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving global job market.
Why Skill Our Future Matters
As workplaces become increasingly digital, employers now value digital literacy, problem-solving capability, and professional readiness more than ever.
Skill Our Future addresses this need by providing accessible, hands-on learning designed to boost employability, entrepreneurship, and leadership; especially for underserved learners who may lack access to traditional training.
Key Learning Areas
Soft Skills
Build the interpersonal and professional abilities needed across industries, including:
- Leadership and teamwork
- Communication and storytelling
- Problem-solving and adaptability
Digital Skills
Strengthen digital competence from beginner to advanced, covering:
- Computer fundamentals
- Data analysis
- Artificial intelligence (AI) foundations
- Insights into emerging technologies
Employability Skills
Gain practical tools to succeed in the job market:
- CV and job application guidance
- Interview preparation
- Career planning strategies
- Professional development tips
Who Can Use Skill Our Future
Skill Our Future is 100% free and open to learners worldwide.
While originally developed with underserved youth in the Asia-Pacific region in mind, the platform is valuable for:
- Students preparing to enter the workforce
- Early-career professionals
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Anyone seeking to improve digital and workplace readiness
No geographic or academic restrictions apply.
Key Features and Benefits
- 100% free access to all courses
- Content developed by industry and education experts
- Flexible, self-paced learning
- Shareable certificates of completion
- Practical, job-focused training
- Access to a global learning community
Featured Courses
- Leadership in Action
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations
- Become a Project Manager
- Sustainability Careers
How to Get Started
- Visit the Skill Our Future website: skillourfuture.org
- Create a free account
- Browse available courses
- Enroll and learn at your own pace
- Complete courses and earn certificates to showcase your skills
