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    • I

      IBM

      Cloud Application Development Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Side, Cloud-Native Computing, React Redux, Cloud Services, NoSQL, MongoDB, React.js, Agile Methodology, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Cloud Security, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Restful API, Cloud Platforms, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      CentraleSupélec

      Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Storyboarding, Mobile Development, Application Development, Java, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Design, Interactive Design, Development Environment, Software Installation, User Centered Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      Amazon

      Amazon Junior Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, SQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Systems Development, Software Development, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Management, MySQL, Digital Transformation, Relational Databases, Generative AI

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Respiration, Decision Making, Creative Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      835 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ingenuity, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      762 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Convolutional Neural Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Structuring Machine Learning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Quality, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Yale University

      Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Parent Communication, Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development, Stress Management, Conflict Management, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Art of Visual Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Photography, Adobe Creative Cloud, Media Production, Editing, Proposal Development, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Multimedia, Creativity, Timelines, File Management, Quality Assurance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Concision, Project Risk Management, Editing, Decision Making, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Creativity, Organizational Effectiveness, Project Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Cloud Application Development Foundations: IBM
    • Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course): CentraleSupélec
    • Amazon Junior Software Developer: Amazon
    • Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership: Imperial College London
    • مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript: IBM
    • Convolutional Neural Networks: DeepLearning.AI
    • Structuring Machine Learning Projects: DeepLearning.AI
    • Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing: Yale University

    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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