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

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    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Les Fondamentaux de la Négociation

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Value Propositions, Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Stakeholder Management, Behavioral Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      427 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Language Competency, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, English Language, Vocabulary, Composure, Communication, Grammar, Detail Oriented, Adaptability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      599 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Startup Valuation Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Investments, Private Equity, Securities (Finance), Entrepreneurship, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      719 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Design, Educational Materials, Emerging Technologies, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Problem Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      844 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Performance Metric

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Productivity, Team Building, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Collaboration, Initiative and Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Employee Engagement, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      The Nature of Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Intellectual Property

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

      Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Social and Human Services, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Trauma Care, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      873 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Mediation and Conflict Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Diplomacy, Labor Relations, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Active Listening, International Relations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      719 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Performance Analysis, FinTech, Return On Investment, Financial Market, Risk Management, Benchmarking, Behavioral Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      914 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Les Fondamentaux de la Négociation : ESSEC Business School
    • IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
    • Startup Valuation Methods: Duke University
    • Diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
    • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
    • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
    • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
    • Mediation and Conflict Resolution: ESSEC Business School
    • Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run: University of Geneva

    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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