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Self Development Courses

Self-development courses can help you learn time management, emotional intelligence, effective communication, and goal-setting strategies. You can build skills in self-reflection, resilience, and motivation techniques that enhance personal growth. Many courses introduce tools like journaling apps, productivity planners, and mindfulness practices that support your journey toward self-improvement and help you implement the skills you acquire.


Popular Self Development Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Driving engagement, Adaptability, Ingenuity, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    99 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, System Configuration

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Bring Your Story to Life – Video Post-Production

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Video Editing, Video Production, Adobe Creative Cloud, Media Production, Editing, Storyboarding, Graphic and Visual Design, Multimedia, Storytelling, Timelines, File Management, Creativity, Quality Assurance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Conflict Management Project

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Portfolio Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    163 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    كيف تبدأ بتعلم Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Software, Data Entry, Productivity Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    99 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    SoFi

    Saving Money for the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Goal Setting, Finance, Budgeting, Estate Planning, Investments, Prioritization, Higher Education

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Strong Work Ethic, Honesty, Personal Integrity, Business Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Storytelling, Post-Production, Content Creation, TikTok, Timelines, Color Matching, File Management

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Generative AI, Prototyping, Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    890 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Conflict Management For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Tactfulness, Teamwork, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Empathy, Communication, Follow Through, Contingency Planning, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self development courses

  • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
  • Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly: Coursera
  • Bring Your Story to Life – Video Post-Production: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Conflict Management Project: University of California, Irvine
  • كيف تبدأ بتعلم Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Saving Money for the Future: SoFi
  • أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing: Coursera

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