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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Track, Analyze & Your Mood

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Trend Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Communication, AI Personalization, Data Collection, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Workplace Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Oral Expression, Teamwork, Team Building, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Lecturing, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Team Performance Management, Visionary, Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Mechanical Vibration

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Data intelligence for businesses and managers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Management, Data Strategy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Management, Data Literacy, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Conflict Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Trustworthiness, Active Listening, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Team Collaboration, Composure, Communication Strategies, Safety Culture, Communication, Self-Awareness, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Street Photography: Foundations & Creative Mindsets

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creativity, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Aesthetics

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

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Money, Risk, and Ethics: The Psychology of Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Accountability Frameworks, Strategic Decision-Making, Risking, Accountability, Complex Problem Solving, Behavioral Economics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Mitigation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Mental Concentration, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Productivity, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Habit Formation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Design Thinking, User Research, AI powered creativity, Design Research, Generative AI, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Journey Mapping, AI literacy, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Collection, Data Synthesis, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Growing Team Members

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, People Development, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Mentorship, Employee Coaching, Professional Development, Team Management, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Workforce Development, Cognitive flexibility, Empowerment, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Mindfulness

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, HR Tech, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources Software, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Payroll Systems, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Human Resources, Operational Efficiency, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Employee Engagement, Social Media Analytics

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.: University of Michigan
  • Track, Analyze & Your Mood: Coursera
  • Professional Skills: Workplace Communication: Arizona State University
  • Mechanical Vibration: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Data intelligence for businesses and managers: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Conflict Management Essentials : Starweaver
  • Street Photography: Foundations & Creative Mindsets : Skillshare
  • Money, Risk, and Ethics: The Psychology of Decision-Making: University of Pennsylvania
  • Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being: Board Infinity
  • Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking: Fractal Analytics

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