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15 Best Motivation Courses on edX

We compared 15 Motivation courses currently listed on edX, priced from $59.00 to $1,865.00. 11 come from a named university or institution, including University of Canterbury, Maryville University and University of California, Berkeley. 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
15
Price range
$59.00 – $1,865.00
Providers
edX
Last updated
30 Aug 2026
How these 15 courses were chosen

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

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 $59.00 to $1,865.00, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.

  1. 1
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Performance and Motivation at Work

    Offered by University of Canterbury

    Learn what factors support high performance at work, including systems, processes, and interpersonal relationships, as part of the Organizational Psychology MicroMasters.

    $169.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    edX Bachelor's Degree University-backed

    Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership

    Offered by Maryville University

    The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership offered on edX is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and understand the dynamics of effective team management. This course covers various...

  3. 3
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    The Science of Happiness at Work

    Offered by University of California, Berkeley

    This course explores the intersection of happiness and productivity in the workplace, providing insights into how positive emotions can enhance job satisfaction and performance. You'll learn practical strategies to foste...

    $537.30
    listed price
  4. 4
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Leadership and Team Management Effectiveness

    Offered by Adelaide University

    This course focuses on enhancing leadership and team management skills, equipping you with strategies to foster a more effective and collaborative work environment. You'll explore key concepts related to motivating team...

    $337.50
    listed price
  5. 5
    edX Certificate University-backed

    Leadership Essentials

    Offered by Rochester Institute of Technology

    Leadership Essentials is designed to help professionals develop their leadership skills and enhance their ability to lead teams effectively. This course focuses on core concepts of leadership, providing practical insight...

    $537.30
    listed price
  6. 6
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Re-Imagining Leadership

    Offered by The University of Maryland, College Park

    Re-Imagining Leadership invites you to explore the evolving landscape of leadership practices. This course focuses on essential skills for effectively guiding teams and organizations in today's dynamic environment, empha...

    $1,344.60
    listed price
  7. 7
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Making a Difference

    Offered by Tel Aviv University

    In 'Making a Difference', you'll explore how to create positive impacts in various contexts, whether that's in your career or community. The course encourages practical thinking and actionable insights, focusing on strat...

    $268.20
    listed price
  8. 8
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Business Leadership

    Offered by The University of Queensland

    This course on Business Leadership is designed for individuals looking to enhance their leadership skills in a professional environment. It will provide practical insights into effective management strategies, team dynam...

    $1,865.00
    listed price
  9. 9
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Happier Employees and Return-On-Investment Course

    Offered by The University of Texas at Austin

    Happiness at work matters. For example, the happiest 20% of people earn 32% more than the least happy 20%! In this course, you’ll learn about things you can do to enhance both your own happiness and the happiness of yo...

    $199.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Managing People with Power Skills

    Offered by The University of Maryland, College Park

    People are an essential part of every project. But their role can be unclear and misunderstood. Learn how to communicate with others, find a common goal and encourage everyone to work together towards the goals of the pr...

    $199.00
    listed price
  11. 11
    edX MOOC / Non-credit

    Well-Being and Positive Thinking

    Offered by State Bank of India

    The world has undergone significant transformations in recent years. The pace of change is rapid. We strive to achieve success in every aspect of our lives in this changing world. To maintain the pace, we need energy and...

    $99.00
    listed price
  12. 12
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Lowest price here University-backed

    Inspiring and Motivating Arts and Culture Teams

    Offered by The University of Michigan

    Learn critical leadership skills that enable you to inspire and motivate individuals and teams, specifically in arts and culture organizations.

    $59.00
    listed price
  13. 13
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Leadership Development

    Offered by University of Oxford

    Elevate your leadership skills with a focus on motivation, adaptability, diversity and influence to drive team success and long-term impact.

    $189.00
    listed price
  14. 14
    edX MOOC / Non-credit

    Habilidades esenciales de Liderazgo

    Offered by Universitat Politècnica de València

    This course focuses on essential leadership skills, helping you develop the abilities needed to inspire and manage teams effectively. You'll explore various leadership styles and strategies, along with practical techniqu...

    $339.00
    listed price
  15. 15
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    The Foundations of Happiness at Work

    Offered by University of California, Berkeley

    Learn why happiness at work matters and how to increase it within yourself and across your organization.

    $199.00
    listed price

Best Motivation Courses on edX compared

# Course Provider Offered by Price
1 Performance and Motivation at Work edX University of Canterbury $169.00 View →
2 Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership edX Maryville University View →
3 The Science of Happiness at Work edX University of California, Berkeley $537.30 View →
4 Leadership and Team Management Effectiveness edX Adelaide University $337.50 View →
5 Leadership Essentials edX Rochester Institute of Technology $537.30 View →
6 Re-Imagining Leadership edX The University of Maryland, College Park $1,344.60 View →
7 Making a Difference edX Tel Aviv University $268.20 View →
8 Business Leadership edX The University of Queensland $1,865.00 View →
9 Happier Employees and Return-On-Investment Course edX The University of Texas at Austin $199.00 View →
10 Managing People with Power Skills edX The University of Maryland, College Park $199.00 View →
11 Well-Being and Positive Thinking edX State Bank of India $99.00 View →
12 Inspiring and Motivating Arts and Culture Teams edX The University of Michigan $59.00 View →
13 Leadership Development edX University of Oxford $189.00 View →
14 Habilidades esenciales de Liderazgo edX Universitat Politècnica de València $339.00 View →
15 The Foundations of Happiness at Work edX University of California, Berkeley $199.00 View →

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