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Personal Productivity Courses

Personal productivity courses can help you learn time management, goal setting, effective prioritization, and techniques for minimizing distractions. You can build skills in task delegation, maintaining focus, and using productivity frameworks like the Pomodoro Technique or Eisenhower Matrix. Many courses also introduce tools such as digital planners, project management software, and note-taking apps that enhance your ability to organize tasks and track progress effectively.

Popular Personal Productivity Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Drafting

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Planning, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Brainstorming, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Creativity, Learning Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    374 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Decision-Making, Science and Research, Data Collection, Investigation, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking, Experimentation, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Contingency Planning, Cognitive flexibility

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    195 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    A Blueprint for Success – Your Video Pre-Production

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Media Production, Post-Production, Video Editing, Visual Storytelling, Cinematography, Oral Expression, Writing, Editing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Academic Research

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, Research Design, Research and Design, Honesty, Curiosity, Science and Research, Personal Integrity, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Peer Review, Problem Solving, Psychosocial Assessments, Persistence, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Business Writing, Recruitment, Data Visualization

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    937 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Building and Managing Superior Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Peer Review, Training Programs, Professional Development, Goal Setting, AI literacy, Personal Development, Job Analysis, Quality Assessment, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Program Standards, Branding, Constructive Feedback, Benchmarking, Portfolio Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Empathy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    747 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Suicide Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Public Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    325 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SoFi

    Fundamentals of Investing

    Skills you'll gain: Investments, Portfolio Risk, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Risk Appetite, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Planning, General Finance, Equities, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Derivatives

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير التأملي | Reflective Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Journals, Personal Development, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular personal productivity courses

  • Writing and Editing: Drafting: University of Michigan
  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • A Blueprint for Success – Your Video Pre-Production: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Academic Research: University of California, Davis
  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Building and Managing Superior Skills: The State University of New York
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Suicide Prevention: Wesleyan University

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