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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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    Arizona State University

    Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning, Active Listening, Collaboration, Planning, Research, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technical Managerial Written Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, Technical Writing, Writing, Editing, Grammar, Business Correspondence, Technical Management, Proofreading, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Target Audience, Communication

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Communication skills for engineering scholars

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication

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

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Learning for Sustainable Futures: Live at COP30

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Climate Change Programs, Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    A Second Brain with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, Network Analysis, System Configuration

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

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    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Community Organizing, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Training Programs

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Perspective-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Recognizing Others, Active Listening, Strategic Communication, Game Theory, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Felicidad y Calidad de Vida

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Gerontology, Social Skills, Child Development, Socioeconomics, Personal Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Complete Interview Prep: Foundations, GD & Domain Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Adaptability

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Technical Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Graphic Design, Design, Creative Design, Aesthetics

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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Zurich

    Nachhaltigkeit lehren lernen

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Complex Problem Solving, Sustainability Standards, Teaching, Environment, Curriculum Planning, Environmental Science, Decision Making, Climate Change Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cinematic Health

    Introduction to Becoming a CNA

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Mobility Assistance, Rehabilitation, Basic Patient Care, Basic Nursing Skills, Caregiving, Personal Care, Care Management, Nursing Basics, Patient Transfer Equipment, Nursing Process, Patient Positioning, Patient Safety

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Negotiation : Arizona State University
  • Technical Managerial Written Skills: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Communication skills for engineering scholars: Politecnico di Milano
  • Learning for Sustainable Futures: Live at COP30: The University of Edinburgh
  • A Second Brain with Obsidian: Coursera
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
  • Perspective-Taking: Arizona State University
  • Felicidad y Calidad de Vida : Universidad de Palermo
  • Complete Interview Prep: Foundations, GD & Domain Interviews: Board Infinity
  • Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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