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    Study positive psychology for enhancing well-being. Learn about happiness, strengths, and positive interventions.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Investments I: Fundamentals of Performance Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Investments, Finance, Portfolio Management, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Equities, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Risk Analysis, Performance Analysis, Estimation, Cash Flows

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      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Project Management: Tools, Approaches, Behavioural Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Risk Management, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Scoping, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Cost Control, Organizational Structure, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Team Management, Innovation, Project Coordination, Business Priorities

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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Decentralized Applications (Dapps)

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Test Driven Development (TDD), Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development Tools, Software Testing, User Interface (UI), Command-Line Interface

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Chronic Diseases, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Community Health, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Management, Health Equity, Preventative Care, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Assessment, Medicare, Practice Management, Care Management, Portfolio Management, Quality Improvement, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Organizational Change

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Norms, Social Change II

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Community Development, Behavioral Economics, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis, Psychology, Media and Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      445 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Rust Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, Docker (Software), DevOps, Jenkins, Unit Testing, Large Language Modeling, Test Case, Restful API, Serverless Computing, Generative AI, Command-Line Interface, Amazon Web Services, Software Testing, Maintainability, Prometheus (Software), System Monitoring, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations)

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      210 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Integration, Infectious Diseases

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Habilidades de Gestión del Talento

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Social Skills, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Strategic Decision-Making, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Behavioral Economics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Novartis

      Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Pharmacotherapy, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Testing, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, Chemistry, Medication Administration, Risk Analysis, Biology, Verification And Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Presentation, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Prospecting, Lead Generation, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Prostate Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Oncology, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Internal Medicine, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Treatment Planning, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Precision Medicine, Surgery, Care Management, Clinical Trials, Anatomy, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular positive psychology courses

    • Investments I: Fundamentals of Performance Evaluation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Project Management: Tools, Approaches, Behavioural Skills: Politecnico di Milano
    • Decentralized Applications (Dapps): University at Buffalo
    • Value-Based Care: University of Houston
    • Social Norms, Social Change II: University of Pennsylvania
    • Rust Programming: Duke University
    • Problem-Solving Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Habilidades de Gestión del Talento: Universidad de Palermo
    • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Positive Psychology

    Positive psychology is an area of psychology that's dedicated to studying and developing positive emotions, desirable experiences, and character strengths. While other areas of psychology may focus on solving mental health problems, this field focuses on identifying positive mental health traits. A positive psychologist might ask, ""Why is this person satisfied with life?"" rather than ""What is ailing this person and how can we correct it?""

    Psychologist Martin Seligman is known as a major contributor to the field of positive psychology. He theorized that there are five elements to a good life: positive emotion, engagement, positive relationships, meaning, and accomplishment (PERMA). Together, these elements can provide a sense of satisfaction that goes beyond momentary happiness.‎

    In your personal life, knowledge of positive psychology practices can improve your sense of well-being. You can apply the field's findings to subjects such as gratitude, humor, purpose, and flow to increase positive experiences. You can also pass those lessons on to other people to better their lives.‎

    Learning about this field can help you pursue a career as a positive psychologist. You'll use your skills to counsel individuals and guide them down a path of mental wellness. The job may involve working with students in a school's counseling office, patients in a healthcare facility, or employees in a business' human resources department. Another potential career path involves starting a private practice as a life coach who works one-on-one with clients. Positive psychologists also conduct ongoing research into subjects like flow and emotional intelligence.‎

    Online courses can give you an in-depth understanding of positive psychology through video lectures, reading assignments, and exercises. Lessons will guide you through practical skills such as routinely practicing gratitude, finding purpose, and using mindfulness meditation to stay present. You'll also learn the skills to pass these lessons on to others.‎

    Online Positive Psychology courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Positive Psychology skills. Choose from a wide range of Positive Psychology courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Positive Psychology, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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