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.

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Occupational Health, Teamwork, Stress Management, Employee Engagement, Mental Health, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Crisis Management, Workplace inclusivity, Occupational Safety And Health, Human Resource Policies, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Communication, Leadership and Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Integration, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Application Deployment, GitHub, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Git (Version Control System), YAML, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Health And Wellness Coaching, Persistence, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Motivational Interviewing, Psychology, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Forecasting, Data Science, Operational Analysis, Data Analysis, Market Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Open Mindset, Storytelling, Mindfulness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Systems Design, Embedded Systems, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, LLM Application, AI Workflows, OpenAI API, Tool Calling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Data Pipelines
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Ashoka University
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Resilience, Behavioral Economics, Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Performance Measurement, Business Intelligence, Financial Data, Market Data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Tableau Software, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Data Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, E-Commerce, Microsoft Excel, SQL
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Storytelling, Multimedia
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Technical Design, Semiconductors, Computer-Aided Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Open Source Technology, Schematic Diagrams
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks