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      The University of Edinburgh

      Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Examined Life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Psychology, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Software Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Code Review, Software Engineering, Program Development, Software Architecture, IBM Cloud

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Psychological First Aid

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Emergency Services, Psychological Evaluations, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Patient Referral

      4.8
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      IBM

      Generative AI for Project Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Project Management, Workflow Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Large Language Modeling, Team Building, Project Planning, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Project Documentation, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Content Creation, IBM Cloud, Image Analysis, Machine Learning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Understanding Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Writing, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level

      Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Literacy, English Language, Greeting Customers, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Grammar, Scheduling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Michigan

      Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Mindfulness, Positive Behavior Support, Liberal Arts, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Microsoft

      The R Programming Starter Course

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, Debugging, R Programming, Data Structures, Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Transformation, Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, IBM Cloud, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Development, Deep Learning, Content Creation, Business Transformation

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      Yale University

      Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

      Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, Working With Children, School Counseling, Personal Development, Stress Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Relationship Building

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Achieving Personal and Professional Success

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Conflict Management, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      The entrepreneur's guide for beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Lean Methodologies, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Business Development, Fundraising, Value Propositions, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Examined Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
    • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
    • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
    • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
    • English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan
    • The R Programming Starter Course: Microsoft
    • Generative AI Fundamentals: IBM
    • Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress: Yale University

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