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Rice University

Self Awareness and the Effective Leader (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Unlock the secrets of effective leadership through self-awareness in this engaging online course. Designed for aspiring and experienced leaders alike, you'll explore your unique strengths, learn to manage stress effectively, and cultivate creative problem-solving skills. Equip yourself with a practical toolkit of techniques that can be immediately applied in any engineering role.

Aug 31st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Engineering Leadership Leader

Coursera

The State University of New York

Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Are you ready to take control of your career path? 'Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps' is here to guide you through the essential steps needed to stand out from the competition. This course will equip you with an upgraded social media presence, a visually striking infographic resume, and a professional pitch that showcases your strengths and skills.

Aug 31st 2026

3 Weeks

Job Social Media Infographics

Coursera

IESE Business School

¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Sumérgete en el mundo del liderazgo empresarial con '¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección'. Este curso te enseñará a identificar y priorizar las tareas clave que un alto ejecutivo debe abordar para asegurar el éxito continuo de su empresa. Aprenderás sobre cómo equilibrar el día a día operativo con el pensamiento estratégico, y cómo aplicar estas habilidades para impulsar tu organización hacia adelante.

Aug 31st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Management Senior Management

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Leadership and Influence (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Transform yourself into an influential leader with our 'Leadership and Influence' course. Designed for those ready to take charge and make a difference, this course equips you with the tools needed to influence others, negotiate effectively, resolve conflicts, and plan for personal and professional growth. Start your journey towards becoming a respected leader today.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Leadership Leader Conversations

Coursera

IE Business School

Posicionamiento: La base del éxito en la estrategia de marketing (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Marketing & Communication

Este curso te guía a través del proceso crucial de posicionamiento en el mundo del marketing. Comprendemos las bases, técnicas y herramientas necesarias para establecer una identidad única y memorable para tus productos o servicios. Aprenderás a diferenciarte y captar la atención de tu audiencia objetivo.

Aug 31st 2026

3 Weeks

Marketing Marketing Strategy Positioning

Coursera

Universidade de São Paulo, Brasil

Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico (Coursera)

Sci: Physical & Earth Sciences Sci: Physics

Explorando os fundamentos do surgimento da vida, o curso 'Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico' oferece uma jornada através das últimas descobertas científicas. Este curso desenvolvido pela Universidade de São Paulo mergulha nos mistérios da origem da vida na Terra e em potenciais planetas habitáveis do universo.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Earth Astronomy Universe

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Drug Development (Coursera)

Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on a journey into the world of pharmaceuticals with the Drug Development course by University of California San Diego's Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Gain insights from industry experts as they guide you through the intricate stages of drug development, including clinical trials, regulatory submissions (IND, NDA), and product labeling.

Aug 31st 2026

3 Weeks

Biotechnology Pharmaceutical FDA

Coursera

University of Edinburgh

Intellectual Humility: Theory (Coursera)

Humanities

Dive into 'Intellectual Humility: Theory' on Coursera and unlock the secrets of respectful dialogue. This course teaches you to engage with differing opinions thoughtfully, reducing polarization and enhancing mutual understanding. Perfect for those interested in philosophy, ethics, and effective communication.

Aug 31st 2026

3 Weeks

Science Philosophy Psychology

Coursera

University of Amsterdam

Big History - From the Big Bang until Today (Coursera)

Sci: Physical & Earth Sciences Sci: Physics

Embark on an extraordinary journey through time with 'Big History - From the Big Bang until Today.' This unique course, offered by the University of Amsterdam, takes you from the very beginning of our universe to the present day. Led by renowned scientists and scholars, this course provides a holistic understanding of how everything around us has evolved over billions of years.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Earth Life Astronomy