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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 Alberta

    Design Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Code Review, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Java, Application Design

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UiPath

    RPA Basics and Introduction to UiPath

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Business Process Automation, Software Development Tools, User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Version Control, Debugging

    4.7
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    396 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Engagement, Staff Management, Business Ethics, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Continuity, Communication Strategies

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    307 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Regression Analysis, Business Metrics, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    372 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    281 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

    Skills you'll gain: Pollution Prevention, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Engineering, Epidemiology, Pulmonology, Sustainable Development, Public Health, Respiration, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Vulnerability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Essential Skills for First-Time Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Teamwork, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Team Motivation, Productivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Strategic Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Rust Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Jenkins, DevOps, Large Language Modeling, Restful API, Serverless Computing, Generative AI, Amazon Web Services, Development Testing, Software Testing, Maintainability, Command-Line Interface, Prometheus (Software), Natural Language Processing, Computer Programming, Cloud Computing

    3.9
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    259 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    Negocios Internacionales I

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Social Sciences, International Relations, Global Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Business Economics, Economics, Economic Development, World History, Business Strategies, Operations Management

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Life Cycle Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Sustainable Development, Product Improvement, Environmental Science, Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Case Studies, Analysis, Project Scoping, Goal Setting, Inventory Accounting, Energy and Utilities

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

    4.5
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Leadership d'excellence par le sport de haut niveau

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Performance Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Decision Making

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

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

  • Design Patterns: University of Alberta
  • RPA Basics and Introduction to UiPath: UiPath
  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI: Coursera
  • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health: University of Copenhagen
  • Essential Skills for First-Time Managers: LearnKartS
  • Rust Programming: Duke University
  • Negocios Internacionales I: University of New Mexico
  • Life Cycle Assessment: University of Michigan

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