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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

    Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    Voces de cambio social

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Social Impact, Professional Networking, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Business, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Planning, Community Development, Ideation, Self-Motivation, Growth Strategies, Relationship Building, Social Justice, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 575 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Diagram Design, Collaboration, Information Architecture, Community Development, Team Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

    4.9 stars, 412 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (412) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Team Performance Management, Community Organizing, Team Management, Team Building, Team Oriented, Social Skills, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Shared Media, Strategic Leadership, Community Development, Interpersonal Communications, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Courage

    4.8 stars, 569 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (569) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Revising

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Peer Review, Mental Concentration, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 410 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Public Speaking and Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Storytelling, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Concision, Goal-Oriented

    4.4 stars, 76 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (76) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Mi Primer Empleo (MPE)

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Interviewing Skills, Social Media Management, Social Media, digital literacy, Expectation Management, Goal Setting, Workforce Development, Writing and Editing, Recruitment, Professional Development

    4.7 stars, 398 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SoFi

    Fundamentals of Investing

    Skills you'll gain: Investments, Portfolio Risk, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Risk Appetite, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Planning, General Finance, Equities, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Derivatives

    4.4 stars, 124 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Student-Centred Learning, Compassion, Honesty, Journals, Mindfulness

    4.8 stars, 234 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Research, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Professional Networking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, AI literacy, Emerging Technologies, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Market Trend

    4.1 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Leading Through Effective Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Influencing, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Leadership Development, Visionary, People Development, Communication, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

    4.6 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Web Presence, Applicant Tracking Systems, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Negotiation, Writing and Editing, Oral Expression

    4.8 stars, 119 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Voces de cambio social: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
  • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo: Universidad de los Andes
  • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
  • Public Speaking and Presentations: Arizona State University
  • Mi Primer Empleo (MPE): Universidad de Chile
  • Fundamentals of Investing: SoFi
  • Constructores de Paz: Universidad de los Andes
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
  • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan

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