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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Advocacy

    4.8 stars, 729 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (729) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Rochester

    The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

    Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Music History, Performing Arts

    4.8 stars, 611 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (611) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    SkillUp

    Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Communication Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Project Controls, Project Management Life Cycle, Leadership Development, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Communication

    4.6 stars, 204 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (204) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Analysis, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Content, Social Media Analytics, Growth Strategies, Social Media, Pay Per Click Advertising

    4.7 stars, 89 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (89) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Core

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic

    4.2 stars, 69 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (69) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    4.8 stars, 76 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (76) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Setting Expectations & Assessing Performance Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Expectation Management, Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Accountability Frameworks, Employee Coaching, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Performance Metric, Coaching, Accountability, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Gap Analysis, Performance Improvement, Goal Setting

    4.8 stars, 723 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (723) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Enterprise Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Product Lifecycle Management, Verification And Validation, Process Analysis

    4.4 stars, 909 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (909) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Shell Script, Package and Software Management, Electrical Engineering

    4.4 stars, 156 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (156) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    SAP

    Implementing an SAP Solution

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Consulting, Technology Solutions, System Implementation, Test Script Development, Test Tools, Test Planning, Solution Delivery, Operational Analysis, Case Studies, SAP Applications, Technology Roadmaps, Project Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, System Testing, Peer Review, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Project Closure, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), End User Training and Support

    4.7 stars, 101 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (101) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Human Development, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Child Development, Food and Beverage, General Science and Research, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Chemistry, Music, Decision Making

    4.5 stars, 405 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (405) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Biomedical Technology, Medical Devices, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes

    4.8 stars, 241 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (241) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
  • Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Digital Marketing: IBM
  • IBM COBOL Core: IBM
  • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
  • Setting Expectations & Assessing Performance Issues: University of California, Davis
  • MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering: University at Buffalo
  • Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Implementing an SAP Solution: SAP

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