• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Professional Development

Professional Development Courses

Professional development courses can help you learn effective communication, leadership strategies, time management, and conflict resolution. You can build skills in networking, personal branding, and project management techniques. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, collaboration platforms, and performance tracking systems, showing how these skills can enhance teamwork and productivity in various professional settings.


Popular Professional Development Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    S

    Starweaver

    Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Productivity, Strategic Prioritization, Productivity Software, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Personal Development, Workflow Management, Goal Setting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    372 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Positive Thinking and Thriving

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Stress Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Video Production

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Media Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Image Analysis, Generative AI, Storytelling, Responsible AI, Videography, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Image Quality, Augmented Reality, Live Streaming, Real Time Data, Editing, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Trend Analysis, Data Storytelling, Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Liderazgo Instruccional: Perspectiva Global y Prácticas Locales

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Curriculum Development, Organizational Change, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    743 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Surveys, Creative Thinking, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Cognitive flexibility, Research Methodologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    113 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    UBITS

    Introducción a la inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Persistence, Self-Discipline, Social Skills, Self-Motivation, Adaptability, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    996 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 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
    ·
    451 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    T

    The State University of New York

    كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع)

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Business Writing, Microsoft Word, Content Creation, Professional Development, Organizational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Keyword Research, Detail Oriented

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Professional Networking, Mentorship, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Self-Motivation, Assertiveness, Coaching, Leadership, Empathy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    M

    McMaster University

    Szemléletváltás

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Professional Development, Mentorship, Personal Development, Stress Management, Resourcefulness, Learning Styles, Creativity, Time Management, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Conflict Management For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Tactfulness, Expectation Management, Social Skills, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Empathy, Communication, Follow Through, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Searches related to professional development

advanced python and professional development
professional development: improve yourself, always
professional development for future-ready leadership
accelerate: professional development with an advanced degree
gradco: professional development course
assessment in higher education: professional development for teachers
personal & professional development: digital norms for teams
1…909192…782

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

  • Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization: Starweaver
  • Positive Thinking and Thriving: Arizona State University
  • AI for Video Production: AI CERTs
  • CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner: CertNexus
  • Liderazgo Instruccional: Perspectiva Global y Prácticas Locales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Introducción a la inteligencia emocional: UBITS
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
  • كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع): The State University of New York
  • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok