Ancient philosophy courses can help you learn about key thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as concepts such as ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. You can build skills in critical thinking, argument analysis, and the ability to engage with complex texts. Many courses also introduce tools like philosophical texts and frameworks for analyzing ethical dilemmas, which can enhance your understanding of how these ideas apply to contemporary issues.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, People Management, Emotional Intelligence, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Disabilities, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Safety Culture, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Advocacy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Production Management, Production Planning, Production Process, Operations Management, Production Schedule, Operations, Inventory Management, Business Operations, Inventory Control, Quality Control, Materials Management, Scheduling, Production Line, Inventory Management System, Inventory and Warehousing, Operational Efficiency, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Monitoring, Material Requirements Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Personal Development, Tenacity, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Community Development, Persistence, Adaptability, Empowerment, Community and Social Work, Social Work, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, European History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Organizational Change, Smart Goals, Performance Review, Virtual Teams, Conflict Management, Process Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Rapport Building, Time Management, Relationship Building
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Ancient History, World History, Microbiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Quality Management, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Waste Minimization, Pareto Chart, Standard Operating Procedure
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Time Management, Team Management, Prioritization, Team Building, People Management, Leadership and Management, Delegation Skills, Trustworthiness, Motivational Skills, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Occupational Health, Team Collaboration, Telecommuting, Stress Management, Employee Engagement, Mental Health, Crisis Management, Relationship Management, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Workforce Development, Communication, Leadership and Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, People Development, Organizational Change, Professional Development, Resource Management, Decision Making, Influencing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Culture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Quality Improvement, Production Schedule, Production Process, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Management, Production Management, Production Line, Manufacturing Operations, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Quality (QA/QC), Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Scheduling, Quality Control, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Kanban Principles, Workflow Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Consulting, Leadership and Management, Leadership Studies, Philanthropy, Report Writing, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Management Consulting, Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Management Reporting, Analysis, Performance Measurement, Performance Review, Data Collection, Surveys
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months