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Self Paced Courses

Self-paced courses can help you learn time management, goal setting, and effective study techniques. You can build skills in self-discipline, critical thinking, and adapting learning strategies to fit your personal style. Many courses introduce tools like digital planners, productivity apps, and online resources that enhance your learning experience and help you track your progress.

Popular Self Paced Courses and Certifications


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    Google

    Decisions, Decisions: Dashboards and Reports

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Dashboard Creation, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Tuning, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Presentations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, SQL, Pivot Tables And Charts, PostgreSQL, Data Transformation, Project Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Build an Executive Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Constructive Feedback, Return On Investment, Leadership, Teamwork, Assertiveness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Operational Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Operational Analysis, Risk Modeling, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Appetite, Risk Control, Governance, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Requirements

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    438 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Grow as a Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Leadership and Management, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Team Motivation, AI Enablement, AI literacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    200 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Pain Management, Stress Management, Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Communication, Positivity, Personal Development, Resilience, Patient Education and Support, Emotional Intelligence, Care Management, Goal Setting, Psychosocial Assessments, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Therapy, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    294 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Stress Management, Resilience, Optimism, Crisis Intervention, Occupational Health, Community Mental Health Services, Personal Development, Mental Health, Growth Mindedness, Injury Prevention, Health Promotion, Psychosocial Assessments, Recognizing Others, Personal Care, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Needs Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    382 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Inteligencia Emocional: Un enfoque práctico

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Self-Discipline, Team Collaboration, Relationship Management, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership, Teamwork, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Relationship Building

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    406 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National University of Singapore

    Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Engagement, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Rapport Building, Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Stakeholder Communications, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    835 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Decisions, Decisions: Dashboards and Reports: Google
  • Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration: University of Colorado System
  • How to Build an Executive Presence: Coursera
  • Operational Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
  • Grow as a Manager: Google
  • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool: Duke University
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University
  • Inteligencia Emocional: Un enfoque práctico: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University

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