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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


  • I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Agile Product Development, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Professionalism, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Delivery

    4.7 stars, 353 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (353) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    UBITS

    Trabajo colaborativo: cómo mejorar el desempeño en equipo

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    تعّلم كيف تتعلم: أدوات ذهنية قوية لمساعدتك على إتقان موضوعات صعبة

    4.8 stars, 2.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Launch Your Microsoft 365 Admin Career

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, LinkedIn, Technical Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Technical Documentation, Communication, Professionalism, Concision, Professional Development, Web Presence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Empowerment, Overcoming Obstacles, Experimentation, Decision Making, Goal Setting

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

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

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  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Health Assessment, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Chronic Diseases, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.6 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Madecraft

    How to Influence & Persuade

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Presentations, Communication Planning, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Motivational Skills, Business Communication, Positivity, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Common Wine Faults

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Sensory Systems Analysis, Failure Analysis, Microbiology, Dealing With Ambiguity, Chemistry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Creativity, Professionalism, Time Management

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

    ★ 4.7 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition Education, Goal Setting, Behavioral Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Smart Goals, Habit Formation, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Chronic Diseases, Self-Awareness

    4 stars, 578 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4 (578) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • K

    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development

    4.8 stars, 439 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Studying at Japanese Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Adaptability, Student Support and Services, Program Evaluation, Student Services, Student Engagement, Academic Advising, Formal Learning, Planning, Multilingualism, Rapport Building, Program Development, Education and Training, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Project Planning

    4.8 stars, 457 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • People and Soft Skills Assessment: IBM
  • Trabajo colaborativo: cómo mejorar el desempeño en equipo: UBITS
  • تعّلم كيف تتعلم: أدوات ذهنية قوية لمساعدتك على إتقان موضوعات صعبة: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Launch Your Microsoft 365 Admin Career: Microsoft
  • Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • How to Influence & Persuade: Madecraft
  • Wine Tasting: Common Wine Faults: University of California, Davis
  • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
  • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University

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