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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles

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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      لغة الجسد | Body Language

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Recognizing Others, Active Listening

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Analytics and Application Integration

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Kinesis, Amazon Web Services, Real Time Data, Apache Spark, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Processing, Dashboard, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development Tools, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Data Visualization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Willingness To Learn, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Learning Management Systems, Safety and Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Solutions, Creativity, Digital Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

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      441 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Getting Started with Flutter & Dart

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, UI Components, Cross Platform Development, iOS Development, Maintainability, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate

      Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Data Structures, Debugging, Software Development, Programming Principles, Linux, Command-Line Interface

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Investment and Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Investments, Securities (Finance), Financial Systems, Securities Trading, Asset Management, Behavioral Economics, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Equities, Performance Measurement, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Services, Performance Analysis, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Market Liquidity, Derivatives

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      C# Basics For Absolute Beginners in C# and .NET

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, .NET Framework, C# (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Visual Studio, Programming Principles

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      MERN eCommerce from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, MongoDB, Web Applications, Authentications, Payment Systems, User Accounts, User Interface (UI), Database Development, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Version Control, Restful API, Responsive Web Design, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, SQL, Database Design, Unit Testing, Web Development Tools, Web Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Heriot-Watt University

      Learn Java Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development, Algorithms

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Build a Developer Portfolio with SvelteKit & Sanity CMS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Software Design, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Content Management Systems, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Deployment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • لغة الجسد | Body Language: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • AWS: Analytics and Application Integration: Whizlabs
    • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
    • Getting Started with Flutter & Dart: Packt
    • Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate: Packt
    • Investment and Portfolio Management: Rice University
    • C# Basics For Absolute Beginners in C# and .NET: Packt
    • MERN eCommerce from Scratch: Packt
    • Meta Full-Stack Developer: Meta

    Frequently Asked Questions about Personal Development

    Personal development courses on Coursera are designed to help you enhance various aspects of your personal and professional life:

    • Skills in effective communication, both verbal and written.
    • Techniques for managing stress and improving mental health.
    • Strategies for time management and productivity.
    • Understanding of leadership principles and team collaboration.
    • Approaches to creative problem solving and critical thinking.
    • Personal finance management and investment basics.
    • Skills for setting and achieving personal and professional goals.‎

    Personal development courses on Coursera cater to anyone looking to improve themselves, regardless of previous experience:

    • Beginners can start with foundational courses that introduce basic concepts in self-improvement and life skills.
    • Intermediate learners can take more focused courses that build on existing knowledge in areas like emotional intelligence or public speaking.
    • Advanced courses are available for those seeking to master specific skills or expand their leadership capabilities. ‎

    Coursera offers a variety of credentials that can complement your learning in personal development:

    • Professional certificates that demonstrate your commitment to personal growth and professional excellence.
    • Specialized course certificates that reflect your proficiency in specific areas, such as negotiation or mindfulness.
    • Informal badges or completion certificates that you can share on your professional profiles to show ongoing learning.

    These credentials can enhance your resume or LinkedIn profile, showcasing your dedication to continuous improvement and capacity building.‎

    Studying personal development can significantly enhance your career by improving your interpersonal skills and self-management:

    • Better Performance in Your Current Role: Apply new skills to enhance your productivity and job satisfaction.
    • Leadership Opportunities: Use your improved skills to take on more significant roles within your organization.
    • Entrepreneurial Ventures: Employ strategies learned in personal finance and goal setting to start or expand your own business.
    • Career Changes: Utilize your new skills to prepare for and adapt to transitions into new fields or career paths.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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