Career Development · Self-paced course
Career Portfolio Building
Build a professional portfolio that shows real evidence of your work, whether you are a designer, analyst, marketer, operator or manager.
$350
One-time payment · Self-paced course · 6 modules · 18 lessons
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What this is
A resume lists what you have done; a portfolio shows it. Portfolios are no longer only for designers. Analysts, marketers, operators and managers can all benefit from case studies that show how they think and what they deliver. This course helps you choose the right pieces, write case studies that explain the problem, your role, your approach and what happened, handle confidential work responsibly and present everything on a simple site or document. You finish with a portfolio containing at least three written case studies.
You work through it at your own pace, lesson by lesson, applying each exercise to your own situation. It does not promise a job offer, promotion or pay rise; outcomes depend on your field, your experience and the employers you approach.
What you will be able to do
- Decide what kind of portfolio fits your field and goals
- Choose projects that show the skills employers or clients care about
- Write case studies with a clear problem, role, approach and outcome
- Handle confidential work with anonymization and permissions
- Present your portfolio on a simple site, PDF or slide deck
The curriculum
Why Portfolios Work
- What a Portfolio Shows
- Portfolios Beyond Design
- What Employers Look For
Choosing Your Pieces
- Listing Possible Pieces
- Choosing Your Best Work
- Filling Gaps With Practice Projects
Writing Case Studies
- Case Study Structure
- Showing Your Role
- Honest Results
Confidentiality and Ethics
- Confidential Information
- Getting Permission
- Anonymising Work
Presenting the Portfolio
- Choosing a Format
- Layout and Navigation
- A Short Introduction
Putting It to Work
- Using It in Applications
- Talking Through Your Work
- Keeping It Current
This is for you if…
- You want evidence of your skills beyond a resume
- You want to choose and present your strongest work
- You want case studies that explain your thinking
- You want a portfolio that fits your target roles
What you get
- 6 modules and 18 lessons, self-paced
- A short practical exercise at the end of every lesson
- A free preview lesson so you can check the format before you buy
- Access in your CourseVu account after a one-time payment
- A clear, ordered path from the fundamentals to applying the skill in your own work
Questions
Do I need any experience to start?
Professionals in any field who want stronger evidence for job applications, promotions or freelance work, including people changing careers. No design or web skills are needed.
How long does it take?
It is self-paced. There are 6 modules and 18 lessons, and you can move through them as quickly or slowly as suits you.
Can I see a lesson before I buy?
Yes. Use the "Read a free preview lesson" button to open a full lesson from the course before you enroll.
Does this promise income or business results?
No. It does not promise a job offer, promotion or pay rise; outcomes depend on your field, your experience and the employers you approach.
Does this include a certification or credential?
No. This is a practical skills course for your own learning. It does not award a certification, licence or professional credential.
Educational content only. No income, revenue or earnings results are promised or implied. What you get out of this depends entirely on your own effort, circumstances and market. Earnings disclaimer.