From Good Intentions to Smart Decisions – How to Turn Your New Year’s Resolutions into Actions

How can we move from simply wanting change to actually making it happen?


This online course explores the process of transforming intentions into achievable goals. Through evidence-based strategies for goal setting, prioritisation, and effective decision-making, you will develop the tools needed to turn resolutions into concrete actions.

 


This course is based on a recorded webinar from the Ulysseus Open Online Lecture Series and offers a flexible, self-paced learning experience through the Moodle learning platform. Ulysseus students and staff members can login via this link.


This online course is part of the Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge.

Registration dates 01 August 2026 31 July 2027
Course dates 01 August 2026 31 July 2027
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From Good Intentions to Smart Decisions – How to Turn Your New Year’s Resolutions into Actions

Learning outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Set clear and achievable goals using practical goal-setting techniques.
  • Prioritise goals and tasks to support effective decision-making.
  • Apply strategies to turn intentions into concrete actions.
  • Recognise common barriers to following through on goals and identify ways to overcome them.
  • Reflect on how decision-making approaches can be applied to your own resolutions and everyday life.

 

 

 

Assessment

  • Complete the webinar: The course is self-paced and can be completed in approximately 45–60 minutes.
  • Complete the short quiz: a minimum score of 75% correct answers.
  • Complete survey: a mandatory feedback survey is shared at the end of the course.

Recognition

  • This course is open to all Ulysseus partner Universities and freely accessible. With a total workload of approximately 45-60 minutes, which may be recognized by your home institution depending on their policies. Please consult your academic advisor or mobility coordinator for details.

  • Completing this course contributes toward the Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge, supporting recognition for international and cross-cultural learning experiences.

Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge

This online course is part of the Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge. By completing this course, along with the two additional courses below and meeting all badge requirements, you will be eligible to earn the badge:

  1. Introduction to Ulysseus: Your Gateway to International Opportunities
  2. Intercultural Awareness and Sensitivity

Please note: To be eligible for the badge, you must enroll through the “Start Your Journey: Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge” Moodle page. This page will guide you through the badge pathway and ensure your progress is tracked correctly.

Find out more about the Virtual International Learner Badge.