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Self Improvement Courses

Self-improvement courses can help you learn effective time management, goal setting, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness techniques. You can build skills in self-reflection, resilience, and communication, which are crucial for personal and professional growth. Many courses introduce tools like journaling apps, productivity planners, and meditation guides that can enhance your learning experience and support your journey toward achieving your goals.

Popular Self Improvement Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Virginia

    Agile Meets Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Development, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Software Development, Testability

    4.7 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Electric Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Emerging Technologies

    4.7 stars, 7.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    General Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Development, Mental Health, Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Psychotherapy, Learning Strategies, Decision Making, Stress Management, Mental Health Therapies, Human Learning, Child Development, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Social Sciences, Sociology, Scientific Methods

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Customer Service Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Problem Solving, Customer Support, Telephone Skills, Greeting Customers, Service Level, Help Desk Support, Customer and Client Support, Personal Attributes, Technical Support and Services, Customer Relationship Management, Communication, Customer Complaint Resolution, Empathy, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Process Management

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Drive Engagement, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Empathy, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Communication, Culture

    4.9 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Project Design, Project Schedules, Business Process, Project Management, Project Planning, Quality Management, User Feedback, Probability & Statistics, Process Flow Diagrams, Data Validation, Process Mapping, Descriptive Statistics, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.6 stars, 2.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    De-Mystifying Mindfulness

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Self-Awareness, Mental Health Therapies, Personal Development, Open Mindset, Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Social Justice, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Trauma Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Data Collection

    4.6 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Getting Started with Git and GitHub

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Collaborative Software, Software Versioning, Open Source Technology, Command-Line Interface, DevOps

    4.6 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northwestern University

    High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Team Building, Organizational Structure, People Development, Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Personal Development

    4.8 stars, 3.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Introduction to International Criminal Law

    Skills you'll gain: Trial Preparation, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Diplomacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Safety and National Security, World History, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Empathy, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Adaptability, Compassion, Relationship Building, Leadership Studies, Recognizing Others, Teamwork, Team Building, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.8 stars, 299 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self improvement courses

  • Agile Meets Design Thinking: University of Virginia
  • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
  • General Psychology: Pearson
  • Customer Service Fundamentals: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity: University of Colorado System
  • Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure: Kennesaw State University
  • De-Mystifying Mindfulness: Universiteit Leiden
  • Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BI: Microsoft
  • Getting Started with Git and GitHub: IBM
  • High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation: Northwestern University

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