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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

    Universidades AnƔhuac

    Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Productivity, Leadership, Employee Coaching, Motivational Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    450 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistƩmico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Social Studies, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Network Model, Control Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, Tactfulness, Compassion, Performance Review, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Cognitive flexibility

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التحدث ŁˆŲ§Ł„ŲŖŁˆŲ§ŲµŁ„ بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Persuasive Communication, Assertiveness, Composure, Stress Management, Driving engagement, Emotional Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    183 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    UBITS

    Accountability y gestión del desempeño

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Employee Performance Management, Goal Setting, Performance Management, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Productivity, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Proactivity, Communication, Assertiveness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    400 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Business Research, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Creativity, Trend Analysis

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Media Production, Image Quality, Proposal Development, Editing, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Scripting, Multimedia, Creativity, Timelines, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    134 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    78 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Intuit

    Assets in Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory Accounting, Inventory Control, Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Property Accounting, Financial Accounting, Asset Management, Accounting, Financial Statements, Lease Contracts, Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Capital Expenditure, Operating Expense

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional:Ā Universidades AnĆ”huac
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides:Ā University of Washington
  • Pensamiento sistĆ©mico:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback :Ā University of Michigan
  • التحدث ŁˆŲ§Ł„ŲŖŁˆŲ§ŲµŁ„ بثقة | Communicating With Confidence:Ā Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone:Ā Arizona State University
  • Accountability y gestión del desempeƱo:Ā UBITS
  • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations:Ā IBM
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career:Ā Kennesaw State University
  • The Art of Visual Storytelling:Ā University of Colorado Boulder

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