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      University of Minnesota

      Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills

      4.4
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Improving Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Cooperation, Negotiation, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Intuit

      Bookkeeping Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Financial Statements, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Accounting Records, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, General Ledger, Small Business Accounting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Introducción a la inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Persistence, Self-Discipline, Social Skills, Self-Motivation, Adaptability, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      992 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الإدارة الفعالة للوقت | Effective Time Management

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Scheduling, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Strong Work Ethic, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      378 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Koç University

      Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Training and Development, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Development, Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Self-Awareness, Benchmarking, Organizational Skills, Portfolio Management, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research

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

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      University of Michigan

      Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

      Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Presentations, Ingenuity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Composure, Social Skills, Professionalism, Active Listening, Optimism, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Resilience for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Compassion, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Social Skills, Time Management, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization

      Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Productivity, Strategic Prioritization, Productivity Software, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Personal Development, Workflow Management, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      353 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Creative Problem Solving: University of Minnesota
    • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
    • Bookkeeping Basics: Intuit
    • Introducción a la inteligencia emocional: UBITS
    • الإدارة الفعالة للوقت | Effective Time Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Etkili Konuşma (Effective Speaking): Koç University
    • تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي: The State University of New York
    • PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti: Universidad de los Andes
    • Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting: University of Michigan
    • Resilience for Everyone: Arizona State University

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