The Coursera Podcast - Smarter Skilling with Amanda Brophy

We sat down with Amanda Brophy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandabrophy) , Director of Grow with Google (https://grow.google/) , to explore how technology has transformed workforce training and career development. Amanda shared the story behind Grow with Google’s career certificates, which have empowered hundreds of thousands of learners worldwide, and highlighted the program’s focus on inclusivity, digital skills, and AI training. In this conversation, Amanda and Arunav cover: 🎓 The origins of Grow with Google and its mission to create economic opportunity for all 🌐 The global impact of career certificates, with 600,000+ graduates and growing 🤖 The rise of AI skills and their importance in today’s workforce 📈 Addressing critiques of short-term credentials with pathways to long-term success 🎯 Integrating soft skills like communication and leadership into technical training +++ Are you ready to elevate your career? Explore Google’s career certificates on Coursera (https://www.coursera.org/google-career-certificates?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=gg&utm_campaign=B2C_NAMER__google_FTCOF_google-career-certificates_country-US&campaignid=14390440220&adgroupid=129244555147&device=c&keyword=google%20career%20certificate&matchtype=b&network=g&devicemodel=&adposition=&creativeid=541079811742&hide_mobile_promo&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA9bq6BhAKEiwAH6bqoCwA77GogHGAcZIFSzrNp6PTlQd-LRTmeKgLIYQOnMJo0X70X61-0RoCS7AQAvD_BwE) and gain in-demand skills in AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and more. Whether you’re starting fresh or switching careers, these programs offer a proven path to success. Start learning today!