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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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    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
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Companionship, Oral Expression, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Presentations, Professional Development, Sales Presentations, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Storytelling, Prioritization, Interviewing Skills

    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, Web Presence, Applicant Tracking Systems, Recruitment, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Negotiation, Writing and Editing, Oral Expression

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    115 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Active Listening, Driving engagement, Friendliness, Adaptability, Ingenuity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Modern Meditation: Discover Your Potential, Power & Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Obstacles, Meditation & Breathwork, Positivity, Resilience, Creativity, Mindfulness, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Self-Motivation, Courage, Self-Awareness, Visionary, Habit Formation, Action Oriented

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UBITS

    Accountability y gestión del desempeño

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Employee Performance Management, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Accountability Frameworks, Performance Appraisal, Professional Development, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, People Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Team Leadership, Recognizing Others, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Proactivity, Communication

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

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Engineering Management, Technical Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Negotiation, Stakeholder Communications, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Management Training And Development, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication

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    Peking University

    Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Communication, Vocabulary, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Operating Systems, Computer Literacy, digital literacy, File Management, Data Security, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Safety and Security, Computer Systems

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Better Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Habit Formation, Productivity, Psychology, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Planning

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physiology, Coaching, Injury Prevention, Stress Management, Planning, Human Musculoskeletal System

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Team Management, Personal Development, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Productivity, Leadership, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    75 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius: Michigan State University
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
  • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
  • Modern Meditation: Discover Your Potential, Power & Purpose: Skillshare
  • Accountability y gestión del desempeño: UBITS
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示: Peking University
  • Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Better Learning: American Psychological Association

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