Get that bread in 2020 with professional skills

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By StackCommerceMashable Shopping2020-01-01 10:00:00 UTC

2020 isn’t just any new year. It’s a whole ass new decade, and a new decade means that your New Year’s resolution should be bigger and badder than a gym membership.

So if there ever was a time to invest in yourself and go back to school (even virtually), now is it. For those looking to scale the career ladder or rack up new professional skills to beef up your resume, we found 10 online course bundles can help in categories from coding to MBA-level certifications. Better yet, readers can take an additional 20% off on all of the courses below by using the code 20SAVE20 at checkout.

Enroll in one (or more) of these professional development courses in the New Year and start making things happen.

In order to pass some of the biggest project management certification tests and land a solid job, you’ll need to know the ins and outs of methodologies such as Six Sigma, Scrum, and risk management. Get your studying up to speed with this comprehensive bundle (which comes with nearly 120 hours of training). Normally $45.99, it’s just $36.79 with code 20SAVE20.

Coding isn’t just a fad career of the 2010s. Most major companies rely on experts in programming with JavaScript, Python or SQL in order to function. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that they’ll compensate nicely too for those who have the right coding skills. If you’re a beginner looking to progress from novice coder to fully-fledged expert, consider taking this $36 Bootcamp (on sale from $45 with code 20SAVE20). It’ll teach you some of the most in-demand programming languages today.  

Electrical engineering is a fantastic career path, and this bundle can get you started with the basics. Get a primer on key concepts, such as voltage laws and electrical design, with this course. Normally $25, it’s just $20 with code 20SAVE20.

Copywriting isn’t just about knowing when to use an Oxford comma; it’s about being able to craft compelling, engaging stories that capture audiences. This is an especially crucial tool for digital marketers. Learn how to write with purpose and technique with the help of this expert-led copywriting master class, which comes with 374 writing lessons. Normally $39, it’s just $31.20 with code 20SAVE20.

The past decade was plagued with major security breaches, from Capital One to Equifax. And if 2019 taught us anything, it’s that investing in cybersecurity is an investment worthwhile. Be the digital hero of your company (or a future one) by mastering ethical hacking, cloud security, and more with this $31 digital course (on sale from $39 when you use code 20SAVE20).

Adobe CC still reigns supreme when it comes to photo editing, especially considering the software is continually advancing. Get caught up on the latest techniques, tools, and trends with help from this nine-part bundle, which covers all of the key tools in the creative suite from Photoshop to Premiere Pro (and everything in between). Normally $39, all the included courses will cost you just $31.20 with code 20SAVE20.

Advance your business acumen to that of the same level of an Ivy League grad with this affordable digital alternative to an MBA. Led by award-winning VC and business exec Chris Haroun, this popular course covers critical business concepts such as crafting business plans, creating financial models, and networking. It’s typically $29, but it’s available now for just $23.20 with code 20SAVE20.

Growth hacking drives valuable traffic and leads to your website, without needing to spend outrageous amounts of advertising dollars. It’s an especially great skill to have on your résumé if you’re entering the startup space. This 44-hour course bundle will explain the nuances of the new field whether you’re starting a company of your own or landing a job in marketing. Typically $25, it’s just $20 now with code 20SAVE20.

It’s about time you own up to your “advanced” Excel skills on your CV. Instead of faking it till you make it, understand how to make pivot tables and work with Macros like an Excel pro with this massive training course, now on sale for $27 from $34 with code 20SAVE20.

The Adobe Creative Suite isn’t just for photographers; it also features top-notch software for video editing. Among some of the professional-grade programs, you can use include After Effects and Premiere Pro. Learn how to make the most out of both, as well as Final Cut Pro, with this beginner-friendly bundle — now just $23.99 with code 20SAVE20.