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      University of Alberta

      Science Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Deductive Reasoning, Peer Review, Experimentation, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Journalism, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Cultural Diversity, Descriptive Statistics, Communication

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Outlook, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Identity and Access Management, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      659 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Mindfulness, Dignity, and the Art of Human Connection

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Compassion, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Liberal Arts, Resilience, Active Listening, Curiosity, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking: Ideas to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Product Development, Product Design, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, User Feedback, Product Improvement, Prioritization, Customer experience improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Feasibility Studies, Collaboration, Risk Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Philosophy of Science

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      علم النجاح: ما يجب أن تعرفه من الباحثين

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Action Oriented, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Planning, Goal Setting, Resilience, Adaptability, Overcoming Obstacles, Science and Research, Learning Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Foundations of Professional Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Personal Integrity, Trustworthiness, Communication Strategies, Communication, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Negotiations

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Influencing, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Overcoming Objections, Stress Management, Active Listening

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ESG for All

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Strategic Prioritization, Corporate Sustainability, Prioritization, Business Ethics, Sustainable Development, Adaptability, Governance, Accountability, Emotional Intelligence, Open Mindset, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Thinking, Compliance Management, Interpersonal Communications, Advocacy, Change Management, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Voxy

      Low Intermediate English: Meet & Greet

      Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, English Language, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Grammar

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      New Technologies for Business Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Customer Engagement, Business Technologies, Customer experience improvement, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Business Marketing, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Business Ethics, Customer Retention, Data Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, FinTech, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Market Trend

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      447 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self improvement courses

    • Science Literacy : University of Alberta
    • Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot: Microsoft
    • Mindfulness, Dignity, and the Art of Human Connection: University of Michigan
    • Design Thinking: Ideas to Action: University of Virginia
    • Philosophy of Science: University of Pennsylvania
    • علم النجاح: ما يجب أن تعرفه من الباحثين : University of Michigan
    • Foundations of Professional Identity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Negotiations: University of Pennsylvania
    • ESG for All: Duke University
    • Low Intermediate English: Meet & Greet: Voxy

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