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Motivation Courses

Motivation courses can help you learn goal-setting techniques, the psychology of motivation, and strategies for fostering resilience. You can build skills in self-assessment, creating actionable plans, and maintaining accountability in personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like motivational interviewing and habit-tracking apps, which can enhance your ability to inspire yourself and others, making it easier to stay on track with your objectives.

Popular Motivation Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Aprender

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Quick Learning, Self-Motivation, Literacy, Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Personal Development, Motivational Skills, Self-Awareness

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Motivation, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Kanban Principles, Project Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Agile Project Management, Communication

    4.8
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Chris Croft Training

    Wellbeing: Build Resilience & Reduce Stress (Work & Home)

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Stress Management, Assertiveness, Productivity, Personal Development, Resilience, Composure, Prioritization, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Multitasking, Overcoming Obstacles, Health And Wellness Coaching, Self-Discipline, Self-Motivation, Scheduling, People Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Business Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Building, Diversity Awareness, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Team Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Writing, Organizational Skills, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Organisational behaviour: Know your people

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Development, Diversity Awareness, People Development, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Preparing to Manage Human Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Capital, Human Resource Policies, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Strategy, Staff Management, Employee Relations, Resource Management, People Management, Employee Performance Management, Labor Relations, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Labor Law, Employee Engagement, Team Motivation, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

    Skills you'll gain: Safety Culture, Drive Engagement, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Trustworthiness, Team Collaboration, Employee Engagement, Creativity, Workplace inclusivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Leadership Development

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Madecraft

    The Science of Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization, Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Delegation Skills, Time Management, Drive Engagement, Discussion Facilitation, Action Oriented, Organizational Skills, Goal Setting, Calendar Management, Self-Motivation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Mental Concentration, Personal Development, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Decision Making, Mindfulness

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Cultural Responsiveness, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Behavioral Management, Health Promotion, Psychology, Experimentation, Goal Setting

    4.8
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    757 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Prioritizing Effectively

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization, Time Management, Action Oriented, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Calendar Management, Workflow Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Journals, Decision Making, Project Planning, Personal Development, Process Optimization, Self-Motivation, Operational Efficiency, Open Mindset, Administrative Support and Clerical Tasks, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular motivation courses

  • Aprender: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • IBM Project Manager: IBM
  • Wellbeing: Build Resilience & Reduce Stress (Work & Home): Chris Croft Training
  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
  • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Organisational behaviour: Know your people: Macquarie University
  • Preparing to Manage Human Resources: University of Minnesota
  • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Science of Productivity: Madecraft

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