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25 Best Professional Growth Courses Online

We compared 25 Professional Growth courses currently listed on Coursera and Udemy, priced from $19.99 to $134.99. 10 come from a named university or institution, including Macquarie University, The State University of New York and University of Minnesota. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.

Courses compared
25
Price range
$19.99 – $134.99
Providers
Coursera, Udemy
Last updated
18 Sep 2026
How these 25 courses were chosen

Every course below is a real, currently listed course from Coursera, Udemy, matched to "professional growth" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.

The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.

There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $19.99 to $134.99, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.

  1. 1
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Professional development: Improve yourself, always

    Offered by Macquarie University

    The world of work is characterised by rapid ongoing change. In this dynamic environment, one of the most critical skills for leaders is their capacity to learn and to adapt; to engage in the continuous development of the...

    $69.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Student Success: Foundations of Self-Management

    Offered by The State University of New York

    This course walks learners through the behavioral concepts presented in Professor Roma’s book, “Student Success: Foundations of Self-Management”, (SUNY Press, 2023). It is organized around an individual behavioral respon...

    $49.00
    listed price
  3. 3
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Individual Development Plan (IDP)

    Offered by University of Minnesota

    Unlock your professional potential with our comprehensive course on mastering the Individual Development Plan (IDP). This course offers a structured approach to cultivating academic and professional success while buildin...

    $49.00
    listed price
  4. 4
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Personal and Professional Development

    Offered by University of Michigan

    Develop the skills you need to grow personally and professionally in today’s workplace. This Specialization focuses on key drivers of long-term success: Finding purpose at work Building a strong personal brand Developing...

    $49.00
    listed price
  5. 5
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

    Offered by University of Michigan

    Feedback plays a key role in the development of students and professionals of all kinds. Yet few people are taught how to give effective feedback or how to receive it. This Feedback Loops specialization is designed to ch...

    $49.00
    listed price
  6. 6
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Grit and Growth Mindset

    Offered by Arizona State University

    Mindset is everything. It's said that if you go into something expecting to fail, odds are you'll wind up with a self-fulfilling prophecy. On top of that, you'll always face new problems in your life. A willingness to ta...

    $49.00
    listed price
  7. 7
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 2: A Soft Skills Course

    Offered by University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Finding meaningful work and happiness in the AI age depends on you - your ability to learn, unlearn, and re-learn at the pace of technological change. Follow Edward D. Hess, Professor Emeritus of Business Administration...

    $49.00
    listed price
  8. 8
    Coursera Master's Degree Grade A University-backed

    A Technical Leader's Qualities and Effectiveness

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    This course describes the traits of Great Leaders who combine fierce resolve with personal humility. Indeed, they might be described more as “plow horses” as opposed to “show horses”. They see themselves as servants to t...

    $99.00
    listed price
  9. 9
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Interview Research and Preparation

    Offered by University of Maryland, College Park

    This course, the first in the "Interviewing and Resume Writing in English" specialization, guides you to discover the interests, talents and competencies that you can use to find and do work that leverages your strengths...

    $79.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Achieving Personal and Professional Success

    Offered by University of Pennsylvania

    Based on four of the most popular courses taught at the Wharton School, Achieving Personal and Professional Success is designed to introduce the tools and techniques for defining and achieving success at home and at work...

    $49.00
    listed price
  11. 11
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Mujer y Liderazgo

    Offered by IESE

    Esta especialización ofrece un recorrido integral para mujeres que buscan fortalecer su liderazgo a nivel personal, interpersonal y organizacional. A través de cinco módulos, adquirirás competencias directivas, habilidad...

    $49.00
    listed price
  12. 12
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Storying the Self: Telling our Stories

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Ask for and give constructive feedback on your work, and consider venues for sharing your stories as both a leader and creator. In leadership contexts, this translates to authentic purpose, vision, and values. You’ll eng...

    $49.00
    listed price
  13. 13
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Feedback Skills

    Offered by Packt

    Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as yo...

    $49.00
    listed price
  14. 14
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Leaders Leap: Transformational Leadership Mindset

    Offered by Packt

    This course is based on Steve Dennis's bestselling book, Leaders Leap. This course explores the mindset shifts that enable exceptional leadership and meaningful transformation. It reveals why traditional approaches fall...

    $49.00
    listed price
  15. 15
    Coursera Certificate Grade B

    Core Sales Operations and Performance

    Offered by LearnQuest

    This beginner-level Sales Team Management Specialization equips early-career professionals, career-switchers, and new managers in India and the USA with the essential tools to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing...

    $49.00
    listed price
  16. 16
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    20 Habits of Executive Leadership

    Offered by Madecraft

    Executive leadership isn't about a single moment of brilliance — it's about the consistent daily habits that compound into the judgment, presence, and impact that genuine leaders are known for. The leaders who last build...

    $49.00
    listed price
  17. 17
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Strength Based Success for Leaders

    Offered by Creo Incubator

    The Strength Based Success for Leaders Specialization supports leaders and professionals in developing self-aware, authentic, and sustainable leadership capabilities. Across four complementary courses, learners focus on...

    $49.00
    listed price
  18. 18
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    TEAM LEADERSHIP | CERTIFICATION

    Do you want to improve your leadership skills and take your team to the next level? This course is designed for you. Learn effective methods and practical tips that will help you master the art of leading in an efficient...

    $64.99
    listed price
  19. 19
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    White Belt - Lean Six Sigma (+ Especialista PDCA)

    Nós somos o Método CPA - Crescimento Profissional Acelerado!            Seja destaque no seu trabalho utilizando as melhores técnica do especialista em White Belt - Lean Six Sigma valorizada...

    $34.99
    listed price
  20. 20
    Udemy Certificate Grade B Lowest price here

    Complete IT Interview Training

    The aim of this course is to direct you through the entire recruitment process step by step: starting from looking for a position, selecting an employer, preparing a professional resume and getting a mock interview, fini...

    $19.99
    listed price
  21. 21
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Confidence and Self-Esteem 20X: The Complete Guide

    This course is your key to unlocking a life of amplified self-esteem and unwavering confidence. If you've ever felt the sting of self-doubt, the ache of missed opportunities, or the persistent feeling of "I'm not good en...

    $29.99
    listed price
  22. 22
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Etkin Lider Olmak

    Liderlik, yalnızca yöneticilik yapmak değil, insanları bir hedef doğrultusunda harekete geçirebilme ve ilham verebilme yeteneğidir. "Etkin Bir Lider Olmak" kursu, liderlik becerilerini geliştirmek isteyen bireyler için k...

    $34.99
    listed price
  23. 23
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Interview Success Assured: A 6-Step Strategy

    "Interview Success Assured: A 6-Step Strategy" stands as the pinnacle of comprehensive interview preparation, tailored for individuals aspiring to thrive in job interviews. The course presents a holistic approach, encomp...

    $29.99
    listed price
  24. 24
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Sales Strategies for Introverts

    Train to become a Master in CommunicationOver 3 Hours of Content with Over 35 Lessons.Get a FREE Communication Guide with This Course.See Results that Transform your relationshipsUse these Practical Techniques in your Bu...

    $54.99
    listed price
  25. 25
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Prima dată manager

    Cursul "Prima Dată Manager" te ajută să intri cu încredere în lumea managementului. Fie că eșți la început de drum și dorești să-ți dezvolți abilitățile sau ești deja într-un rol de conducere și cauți să te îmbunătățești...

    $134.99
    listed price

Best Professional Growth Courses Online compared

# Course Provider Offered by Price
1 Professional development: Improve yourself, always Coursera Macquarie University $69.00 View →
2 Student Success: Foundations of Self-Management Coursera The State University of New York $49.00 View →
3 Individual Development Plan (IDP) Coursera University of Minnesota $49.00 View →
4 Personal and Professional Development Coursera University of Michigan $49.00 View →
5 Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback Coursera University of Michigan $49.00 View →
6 Grit and Growth Mindset Coursera Arizona State University $49.00 View →
7 Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 2: A Soft Skills Course Coursera University of Virginia Darden School Foundation $49.00 View →
8 A Technical Leader's Qualities and Effectiveness Coursera University of Colorado Boulder $99.00 View →
9 Interview Research and Preparation Coursera University of Maryland, College Park $79.00 View →
10 Achieving Personal and Professional Success Coursera University of Pennsylvania $49.00 View →
11 Mujer y Liderazgo Coursera IESE $49.00 View →
12 Storying the Self: Telling our Stories Coursera University of Colorado Boulder $49.00 View →
13 Feedback Skills Coursera Packt $49.00 View →
14 Leaders Leap: Transformational Leadership Mindset Coursera Packt $49.00 View →
15 Core Sales Operations and Performance Coursera LearnQuest $49.00 View →
16 20 Habits of Executive Leadership Coursera Madecraft $49.00 View →
17 Strength Based Success for Leaders Coursera Creo Incubator $49.00 View →
18 TEAM LEADERSHIP | CERTIFICATION Udemy $64.99 View →
19 White Belt - Lean Six Sigma (+ Especialista PDCA) Udemy $34.99 View →
20 Complete IT Interview Training Udemy $19.99 View →
21 Confidence and Self-Esteem 20X: The Complete Guide Udemy $29.99 View →
22 Etkin Lider Olmak Udemy $34.99 View →
23 Interview Success Assured: A 6-Step Strategy Udemy $29.99 View →
24 Sales Strategies for Introverts Udemy $54.99 View →
25 Prima dată manager Udemy $134.99 View →

Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.

What the prices here tell you

The 25 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $134.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $115.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Coursera and Udemy. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 10 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Macquarie University, The State University of New York and University of Minnesota — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

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Open the provider’s own page and check three things this comparison cannot tell you: when the course was last updated, what the syllabus actually covers in its later sections, and what recent learners say. Prices shown here are the provider’s listed price when we last rebuilt this page on 18 September 2026 — they change often, and a promotion can move them substantially. We earn a commission if you enrol through our links, which costs you nothing and never affects the order courses appear in.

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