5 short-term courses with great prospects you need to check out in 2022 (2024)

New Delhi,UPDATED: Dec 23, 2021 23:48 IST

When it comes to the future, uncertainty is the only certainty. In 2020, many companies, schools, colleges etc were forced to adapt to remote work. Today many workers have traded long commutes for casual strolls to their home office.

For companies hoping to attract top talent, remote work is now an enticing benefit, and non-negotiable for many. Predicting which careers will flourish in our post-Covid world isn’t easy. Still, there are some definite trends.

Of course, if you’re already loving your career, we aren't suggesting a radical course correction. However, if you are considering a change, here are the top five growing fields in the years ahead.

Check out these 5 short-term courses with great prospects in 2022:

1. Diploma in Web Designing

Web designing is a specialized field of IT in which skills required for designing a website and related aspects are involved.

A web design diploma is designed to provide optimal information and skills for working on different software that enables the candidates to design a website.

This is a popular diploma choice which can be pursued from various online MOOC sites or colleges or media institutes.

The short-term course duration of the course varies from institute to institute. The one provided by computer institutes is of shorter duration whereas those provided by colleges and universities are of longer duration.

For example, the Diploma in web Design (UGC sponsored add-on course) provided by Pavanatma College is of two years duration and the one provided by Perfect Computer education is of three months duration.

You can study it at top colleges like School of Fashion Technology, Vogue Institute of Art and Design, Christ University, Vimala College or Aligarh Muslim University.

You can also go for smaller institutes like Perfect Computer Education, Ahmedabad; Arena Multimedia, Kolkata; or Pran's Media Institute, Noida.

2. Trade Marketing Programme

Trading has always been considered a challenging career but personal finance and the knowledge related to it is fast becoming a priority now. You need proper knowledge if you are willing to be a profitable trader to minimise your losses.

The boom in the stocks and trading interest has led numerous small and big companies and institutes to form short-term courses on trading. You can even find standalone experts offering courses through their social media platforms or personal websites.

You can go for courses offered by Udemy or Internshala or Booming Bulls Academy. The duration and fees will differ for each course depending on how popular the company is, or how long and detailed the course is.

Some courses will be for beginners and others for intermediate traders. It’s always suggested to do your own research and pick a short-term course as per your own needs.

3. Diploma in Digital Marketing

Digital marketing is now a must-have skill and many professionals are opting to join a short-term course for the same. The Covid-19 pandemic forced almost all business to shift online which increased the need for a robust digital presence.

A digital marketing diploma course or a short-term programme will give you knowledge on the variety of tools and sites and techniques you can use to boost the online presence of a company and help it reach customers better.

Because of the boom in this field, almost every MOOC site will have one or more courses on the same. Google has a free digital marketing course which is extremely popular. Many sites offer programmes guided by experts from top universities in the world.

You can check out the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI), Coursera, Udemy and other similar sites or opt for a standalone expert who may be offering their own courses through their personal websites or social media accounts.

The duration, fees and course content will of course vary from site to site.

4. Business Analytics Certification Programme

Data science and data analytics are the top skill required now by companies. According to the World Economic Forum’s 'Future of Jobs' Report published in 2020, the top job role in the world -- with the highest demand -- will be that of a Data Analyst and Scientist by 2025.

The demand for data scientists is high and the supply is very low which translates to a high salary.

A typical Applied Business Analytics programme is designed not only to explain what each model does or functions but also to explore how businesses use them, whether it is to gather insights, solve problems, or predict outcomes.

You can opt for a course from the Indian School of Business (ISB), or Harvard Business School or check out top online courses offered by UpGrad, Coursera, Great Learning, IIM Kozhikode and the likes.

The duration, fees and course content will vary depending on where you are doing the course from.

5. Diploma in Nautical Science

Diploma in Nautical Science is a sub-discipline of Marine studies. This program focuses on the skills needed to navigate and operate maritime vehicles safely.

Its study consists of a well-balanced mix of academic and practical instruction. It generally lasts for 1 year.

Eligibility for Diploma in Nautical Science is coming through 10+2. Admissions for such courses are on the basis of merit as well as entrance.

The average programme fee for Diploma in Nautical Science ranges from INR 2,00,000 to 3,00,000.

Some of the best Diploma in Nautical Science colleges in India are Dr BR Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Indian Maritime University, CTM, Chennai, etc.

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