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Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity

UC Irvine course on planning, delegation, scheduling and focus for better productivity.

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About this course

Part of UC Irvine's Career Success specialization, this short course covers time management fundamentals, work-life balance, delegation, scheduling and staying focused.

Best for: Professionals and students juggling too many commitments.

What you will be able to do

  • Plan and prioritise tasks
  • Delegate effectively
  • Build a realistic schedule
  • Reduce distractions and improve focus

Syllabus and your progress

Tick modules off as you finish them on Coursera.

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Plan your pace

At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 3 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

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Cost and certificate

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Quick answers

Is Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Coursera. On Coursera's enrol screen many courses offer a free 'Full Course, No Certificate' option; the certificate is paid (financial aid can be requested). Check the options before you start.
How long does Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity take?
Plan for about 9 hrs in total (Provider module estimates total about 9 hours.). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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