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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Professional Networking, Financial Analysis, Product Strategy, Technical Product Management, Product Requirements, Product Development, Financial Statement Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Innovation, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Branding

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Managing as a Coach

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, People Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Mentorship, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Communication

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Coaching, Empathy, Leadership Development, Team Performance Management, Resilience, Team Building

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      457 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Orientação a Objetos com Java

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Software Engineering, Agile Software Development, Software Design, Software Development, Programming Principles, Eclipse (Software)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      iOS App Development with Swift

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Graphics, Image Analysis, Computer Vision

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      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      Marketing Gerencial

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Legal Strategy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Political Sciences, International Relations, Litigation and Civil Justice, Appeals, Case Law, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      708 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft AI & ML Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Management, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Supervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI Agents, Applied Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Deployment

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      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Policies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Storyboarding, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Animations, Ideation, Usability Testing, Human Machine Interfaces, Display Devices, Technical Design, Usability

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

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Research Data Management and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, File Management, Data Storage, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Governance, Document Management, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Security, Version Control

      4.7
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      720 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Content Creation, Adobe Creative Cloud, Media Production, Timelines, Storytelling, Blogs

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Real-World Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
    • Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions: University of Michigan
    • Orientação a Objetos com Java: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • iOS App Development with Swift: University of Toronto
    • Marketing Gerencial: Universidad de Chile
    • International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes: Universiteit Leiden
    • Microsoft AI & ML Engineering: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers: IBM
    • Virtual Reality: University of London

    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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