University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Professionalism, Active Listening, Optimism, Creativity
★ 4.6 (378) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Institute for the Future
Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Community Organizing, Planning, Creativity, Social Impact, Virtual Reality, Trend Analysis, Creative Problem-Solving, Storytelling, Collaboration
★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience
★ 4.7 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Positivity, Optimism, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Attributes, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Composure, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Recognizing Others, Communication, Mental and Behavioral Health
★ 4.9 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurial Finance, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration, Go To Market Strategy, Financial Modeling, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Strategic Planning, New Product Development, New Business Development
★ 4.8 (3.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Adaptability, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Discipline, Non-Verbal Communication, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Deductive Reasoning, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation, Logical Reasoning, Personal Development, Positivity, Professional Development
★ 4.6 (131) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Habit Formation
★ 4.1 (34) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
★ 4.8 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Mindfulness, Productivity, Optimism, Positivity, Compassion, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Persistence, Self-Awareness, Smart Goals, Time Management, Goal-Oriented, Stress Management, Personal Development, Active Listening
★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Business Planning, Diversity Awareness, Strategic Thinking, Personal Integrity, Business Ethics, Operating Budget, Strategic Leadership, Budget Management, Workplace inclusivity, Marketing Planning, Customer Engagement, Strategic Decision-Making, Customer Insights, Planning, Growth Strategies, Financial Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Market Opportunities, Decision Making
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Decision Making, Professional Networking, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Communication, Creativity, Independent Thinking, People Development, Relationship Building, People Management, Relationship Management, Growth Mindedness, Social Skills, Optimism, Recognizing Others
★ 4.8 (4.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Institute for the Future
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Proactivity, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Social Impact, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Culture, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Leadership
★ 4.8 (292) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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