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      University of Pennsylvania

      Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Culture, Team Building, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Development, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Production Line, Production Process, Lean Manufacturing, Programmable Logic Controllers, Workforce Development, Machine Controls, Safety Assurance, Robotic Process Automation, Safety Training, Human Machine Interfaces, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Corporate Sustainability, Cost Benefit Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Teamwork, Stress Management, Mental Health, Social Skills, Crisis Management, Empathy, Occupational Safety And Health, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Resilience, Employee Engagement, Professionalism, Safety Training

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 3: Data-Driven Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Big Data, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Agile Methodology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Ethics and Governance in the Age of Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Meta

      Marco web Django

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, MySQL, Application Security, Restful API, Database Management, Server Side, HTML and CSS, User Accounts, Databases, Data Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Artificial Intelligence, Prototyping, User Research, Data Ethics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Cloud Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Development, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Internet Of Things, Application Deployment, Software Development, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Real Time Data

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Voxy

      English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Social Skills, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Professional Development, Active Listening, Communication, Grammar, Education Software and Technology, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Registration, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT Meal Planning: Effortlessly Plan and Cook with AI

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Calendar Management, Planning, Creative Thinking, Prompt Engineering, Time Management, Problem Solving

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to DevSecOps

      Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, Containerization, Application Security, Security Testing, Continuous Delivery, Secure Coding, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Security Engineering, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Automation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      UI Design for Web Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, HTML and CSS, Typography, Web Design, Figma (Design Software), Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Maintainability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Mockups, Javascript and jQuery, Wireframing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Usability, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone : University of Pennsylvania
    • Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing : Starweaver
    • Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace: University of Alberta
    • Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 3: Data-Driven Leaders: University of Glasgow
    • Ethics and Governance in the Age of Generative AI: Northeastern University
    • Marco web Django: Meta
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Cloud Applications: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner: Voxy
    • ChatGPT Meal Planning: Effortlessly Plan and Cook with AI: Vanderbilt University

    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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