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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 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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    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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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الاجتماعات الفعالة | Managing Effective Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Workflow Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Brainstorming, Team Management, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Discussion Facilitation, Planning, Leadership, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    IBM

    Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Negotiation, Portfolio Management, Writing and Editing, Verbal Communication Skills

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

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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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    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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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Business Analysis & Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Workflow Management, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Computer Literacy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    7.2K 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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    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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    Arizona State University

    Giving Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Empowerment, Active Listening, Motivational Skills, Coaching, Leadership Development, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Effective Onboarding

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Onboarding, Employee Retention, Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Relationship Building, Performance Metric, Drive Engagement, Performance Management, Goal Setting, Internal Communications, Communication, Leadership Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Bring Your Story to Life – Video Post-Production: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • إدارة الاجتماعات الفعالة | Managing Effective Meetings: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Conflict Management Project: University of California, Irvine
  • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
  • أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing: Coursera
  • Business Analysis & Process Management: Coursera
  • Saving Money for the Future: SoFi
  • كيف تبدأ بتعلم Microsoft Excel: Coursera

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