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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


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    Case Western Reserve University

    Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Empowerment, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Case Studies, Business Transformation, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    307 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence, Data Cleansing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Stakeholder Management

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Document Management, People Management, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Strategies, Accountability, Project Coordination, Delegation Skills, Project Planning, Expectation Management, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Writing, Literacy, Editing, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Proofreading, Physiology, Productivity, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Environment, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Chemistry, Experimentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Business Research, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Creativity, Trend Analysis

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Critical thinking: reasoned decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Open Mindset

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Communication, Innovation, Personal Development, Curiosity, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, People Development, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Change Management, Growth Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Series Orientation: Transforming Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Education and Training, Teaching, Community Development, Instructional Design, Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, Driving engagement, Time Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Crisis Intervention, Community Health, Personal Development, Mental Health, Case Studies, Health Promotion, Positive Behavior Support, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Needs Assessment, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    La comunicación laboral en el siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Team Building, Assertiveness, Business Communication, Communication, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Collaboration, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Responsiveness, Virtual Teams

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    573 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Tools for Exploratory Data Analysis in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Jupyter, Data Processing, SQL, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry: Case Western Reserve University
  • Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Google Stakeholder Management: Google
  • Student Success: American Psychological Association
  • Contemporary Biology : University of North Texas
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
  • Critical thinking: reasoned decision making: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life: Dartmouth College
  • Series Orientation: Transforming Education: University of Michigan
  • Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool: Duke University

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