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      University of Michigan

      Brilliant, Passionate You

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Community Development, Positivity, Empathy, Relationship Building, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology of the Self

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Psychology, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Goal Setting, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Communicating Your Best Self

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Professionalism, Self-Awareness

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Grit and Growth Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Optimism, Professional Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UBITS

      Técnicas de disciplina y productividad para lograr metas

      Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Self-Discipline, Mental Concentration, Emotional Intelligence, Productivity, Personal Development, Goal-Oriented, Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Coaching

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Rochester

      Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Human Development, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, School Psychology, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Economics, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Child Development, Relationship Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      The Art and Science of Self Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Empathy, Visionary, Leadership, Adaptability, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, Quality Improvement, ISO 9000 Series, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Customer experience improvement, Quality Control, Process Improvement, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Positivity, Goal Setting, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Relationship Building

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Koç University

      Etkili KonuÅŸma (Effective Speaking)

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Series on Personal Development Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Courage, Accountability, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Assertiveness, Resourcefulness, Open Mindset, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Personal Leadership Development Planning and Leading High Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Team Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Gap Analysis, Prioritization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Brilliant, Passionate You: University of Michigan
    • Psychology of the Self : American Psychological Association
    • Communicating Your Best Self : Arizona State University
    • Grit and Growth Mindset: Arizona State University
    • Técnicas de disciplina y productividad para lograr metas: UBITS
    • Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness: University of Rochester
    • The Art and Science of Self Leadership: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process: Board Infinity
    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Etkili KonuÅŸma (Effective Speaking): Koç University

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