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      Duke University

      Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Design, Web Design and Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Software Documentation, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAP

      SAP Technology Consultant

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Consulting, Systems Design, Relationship Management, Business Consulting, Cloud Computing, Technical Design, Solution Design, User Feedback, Product Strategy, Project Scoping, Technical Consulting, Customer Engagement, Cybersecurity, Relationship Building, System Implementation, Professional Networking, SAP Applications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Google Sheets, Analysis, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Portfolio Management, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern AI Models for Vision and Multimodal Understanding

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Linear Algebra

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      New York University

      Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, Music Performance, World History, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Storytelling, Creativity, Non-Verbal Communication, Electronic Media, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Humanidades digitales

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Liberal Arts, Art History, Ancient History, Research, Informatics, Open Source Technology, Data Ethics, Computer Science, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Database Systems, Anthropology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Research, Science and Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      405 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Visual Design, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Design, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Proposal Development, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mapping, Storyboarding

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Science Methodology

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Peer Review, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Data Quality, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Application Deployment, User Feedback, Stakeholder Engagement

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Social Media Management

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Content Creation, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Facebook, Generative AI Agents, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Branding, Content Management, Customer Engagement

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases, Query Languages, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Transaction Processing, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

    • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
    • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
    • SAP Technology Consultant: SAP
    • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google
    • Modern AI Models for Vision and Multimodal Understanding: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies : New York University
    • Humanidades digitales: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Data Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • Data Science Methodology: IBM

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