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Success courses can help you learn effective goal-setting, time management strategies, and techniques for building resilience. You can build skills in networking, personal branding, and decision-making that enhance your professional and personal life. Many courses introduce tools like project management software and productivity apps that support your journey toward achieving your objectives.

Popular Success Courses and Certifications


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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Achieving Personal and Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Innovation, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism

    4.7 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Personal Integrity, Habit Formation, Culture

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Action Oriented, Goal-Oriented, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Positivity, Goal Setting, Conscientiousness, Resilience, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Planning, Learning Strategies, Social Network Analysis

    4.8 stars, 2.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Social Media Success: Video Storytelling on YouTube & Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Content, Video Production, Content Creation, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Social Media Strategy, Media Production, Social Media, Videography, Post-Production, Target Audience, Digital Publishing, Instagram, Performance Analysis, Driving engagement, Visual Storytelling, Ideation, Content Development and Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Team Success through Cultural Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Workplace inclusivity, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Personal Development, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration, Team Oriented, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Culture, Relationship Management, Influencing, Relationship Building, Curiosity, Coordinating

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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    Hult International Business School

    Mastering Sales: From Fundamentals to Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Selling Techniques, Communication, Prospecting and Qualification, Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Negotiation, Interviewing Skills, Branding, Time Management

    5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Social Media Content, Infographics, Social Media, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Concision, Social Media Strategy, Recruitment, Professionalism, Writing, Data Visualization, Branding

    4.5 stars, 697 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (697) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit

    Skills you'll gain: Resourcefulness, Goal Setting, Adult Education, Decision Making, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Tenacity, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Creative Problem-Solving, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Motivational Skills, Curiosity, Overcoming Obstacles, Courage

    4.8 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Professional Skills for Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Drive Engagement, Willingness To Learn, Client Services, Personal Development, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Skills, Self-Motivation, Curiosity, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship, Performance Improvement, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Critical Thinking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Writing, Research, Problem Solving, Higher Education

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Delivering Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Success: A Guide by Practitioners

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, General Sales Practices, Negotiation, Business Valuation, New Business Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Business Transformation, Leadership, Risk Management Framework, Business Strategy, Program Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Analysis, Organizational Change, Influencing, Change Management, Continuous Integration, Culture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular success courses

  • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know: University of Michigan
  • Social Media Success: Video Storytelling on YouTube & Beyond: Skillshare
  • Team Success through Cultural Awareness: University of Colorado System
  • Mastering Sales: From Fundamentals to Career Success: Hult International Business School
  • Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps: The State University of New York
  • Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit: Yale University
  • How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success: University of Colorado System
  • Professional Skills for Career Success: John Wiley & Sons

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