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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Personal Development, Grammar

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA

      Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Scala Programming, Build Tools, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Howard University

      Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Algebra, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Ethical Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Continuous Delivery with Jenkins in Kubernetes Engine

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Jenkins, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Software Development, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Devops Tools

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Organizational innovation and creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Process Development, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Security – Encryption Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Encryption, Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon S3, Data Security, Cryptography, Personally Identifiable Information

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Data Center Security Management with Microsoft System Center

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Data Centers, DevSecOps, System Monitoring, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Microsoft Servers, Security Management, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Information Systems Security, Windows Servers, IT Infrastructure, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Disaster Recovery, IT Automation, Virtual Machines, Configuration Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

      Skills you'll gain: Hotel Operations, Hospitality Management, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Metrics

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Sustainability Leadership Development

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Sustainability Reporting, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Leadership, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Environment and Resource Management, Professional Development, Change Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Visionary, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Business Writing, English Language, Selling Techniques, Business Communication, Employee Surveys, Brainstorming, Presentations, Promotional Materials, Business Marketing, Marketing, Graphic Design, Advertising, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Communications, Influencing, Commercialization, New Product Development, Vocabulary

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Akamai Technologies, Inc.

      Introduction to Web Applications

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Animations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself: Voxy
    • Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python: Howard University
    • The Ethical Leader: Johns Hopkins University
    • Continuous Delivery with Jenkins in Kubernetes Engine: Google Cloud
    • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • AWS Security – Encryption Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
    • Data Center Security Management with Microsoft System Center: EDUCBA
    • Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Sustainability Leadership Development: University of Michigan

    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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