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      University of California, Irvine

      Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Virtual Teams, Adaptability, Digital Communications, Empathy, Self-Awareness

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      3.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Ignite Your Everyday Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      305 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Sit Less, Get Active

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Productivity, Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Self-Motivation, Empowerment, Health Assessment, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Public Health and Disease Prevention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Teamwork, Design Thinking, Ideation, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Particle Physics: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Radiation Protection, Science and Research, Medical Imaging, Experimentation, Semiconductors, Research, Mathematical Modeling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      948 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      HEC Paris

      Devenir entrepreneur du changement

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Visionary, Business Modeling, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Action Oriented

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      625 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Strategic Career Self-Management

      Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Brand Management, Talent Management, Branding, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Proactivity, Dashboard, Goal Setting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Growth Mindedness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Neurology, Self-Awareness, Education and Training, Culture, Molecular Biology, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Anatomy, School Psychology, Social Sciences, Mental Health, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Adaptability, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovation and entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Modeling, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Lean Methodologies, Process Development, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Business Architecture, Creativity, Storytelling, Corporate Strategy, Team Management, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Constructive Feedback

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
    • Ignite Your Everyday Creativity: The State University of New York
    • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
    • Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing : ESSEC Business School
    • Particle Physics: an Introduction: University of Geneva
    • Devenir entrepreneur du changement: HEC Paris
    • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York
    • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
    • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
    • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan

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