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Self Paced Courses

Self-paced courses can help you learn time management, goal setting, and effective study techniques. You can build skills in self-discipline, critical thinking, and adapting learning strategies to fit your personal style. Many courses introduce tools like digital planners, productivity apps, and online resources that enhance your learning experience and help you track your progress.

Popular Self Paced Courses and Certifications


  • C

    CentraleSupélec

    Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Business Transformation, Workforce Management, Digital Transformation, IT Service Management, Technology Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Managed Services, Operational Efficiency, Information Technology, Product Strategy, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Management, Cost Management

    ★ 4.3 (152) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Peer Review, Experimentation, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Journalism, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Communication

    ★ 4.4 (286) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Professionalism, Personal Attributes, Personal Integrity, Team Building, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4.6 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Professional Development, Performance Metric, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication, Personal Development, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Time Management, Self-Motivation, Professional Networking, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Regional Sales

    ★ 4.7 (92) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Salesforce

    Conversational Selling Playbook for SDRs

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Sales Prospecting, Cold Calling, Emotional Intelligence, Consultative Selling, Phone Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales, Sales Strategy, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Empathy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Active Listening, Persona Development

    ★ 4.8 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Team Building, Waterfall Methodology, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Self-Awareness, Project Scoping, Business Communication

    ★ 4.8 (157) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Innovation, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Azure Synapse Analytics, Database Design, Enterprise Architecture, Business Reporting, Microsoft Azure, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Security, Data Lakes, Data Governance, Solution Architecture, Data Management, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Automation

    ★ 3.5 (8) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Content Creation, Personal Development, Diversity Awareness, Media and Communications, Sociology, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Culture, Community Development, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Writing

    ★ 4.4 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Science and Technology of China

    职场修炼:学习、创新、协作与自我实现

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Time Management, Adult Learning Principles, Problem Solving, Innovation, Lifelong Learning, Productivity, Workflow Management, Quick Learning, Productivity Software, Adult Education, Collaboration, Learning Strategies, Operational Efficiency, Adaptability, Personal Development, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.3 (130) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    The Art of Filmmaking

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Editing, Videography, Peer Review, Visual Storytelling, Post-Production, Journals, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Editing, Creativity, Media Production, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Content Creation, Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Personal Development

    ★ 4.8 (27) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave, a BCG Perspective: CentraleSupélec
  • Science Literacy : University of Alberta
  • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting : Starweaver
  • Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Conversational Selling Playbook for SDRs: Salesforce
  • Leadership: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius: Michigan State University
  • Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect: Microsoft
  • Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder

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