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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

    Speaking and Presenting: Poise

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Advocacy

    4.6 stars, 200 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (200) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Applied Digital Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Analytical Skills, Digital Communications, Multimedia, Intellectual Property, Peer Review, Communication

    4.8 stars, 370 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (370) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Grit and Growth Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Growth Mindedness, Smart Goals, Resilience, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Persistence, Empowerment, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Mindfulness, Professional Development, Planning

    4.6 stars, 38 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (38) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership, Teamwork, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6 stars, 148 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (148) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Staff Management, Business Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Administration, Operations Management, Leadership Development, Operations, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Business Planning

    4.8 stars, 739 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    Training and Learning Online

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Learning Strategies, Personal Development, digital literacy, Communication, Self-Awareness, Digital Communications

    4.6 stars, 162 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (162) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة ضغوط الحياة | Stress Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Time Management, Positivity, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Resilience, Behavioral Management, Mental Health, Self-Awareness, Assertiveness

    4.9 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (174) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Relationship Building

    4.8 stars, 407 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (407) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of North Texas

    Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research and Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Business Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

    4.8 stars, 463 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (463) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

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

    4.6 stars, 250 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (250) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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 stars, 947 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (947) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Nutrition and Diet, Positivity, Habit Formation, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Environment and Resource Management, Health Education

    4.8 stars, 276 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
  • Applied Digital Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Grit and Growth Mindset: Arizona State University
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia: University of California, Irvine
  • Training and Learning Online: University of Leeds
  • إدارة ضغوط الحياة | Stress Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery: University of North Texas
  • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University

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