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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sustainable Systems, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Sustainable Development, Quantitative Research, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Analysis, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Correlation Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Global Systemic Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Social Network Analysis, Financial Systems, Public Health, Governance, Epidemiology, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      410 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAP

      SAP Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Process Design, Requirements Management, Business Process, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Requirements

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Diversity and Inclusion in Education

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      364 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Program Implementation, Computational Thinking, Operational Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Making, Business Analytics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Strategy, International Finance, Policy Development, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Partnership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      210 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Deep Learning & Neural Networks with Keras

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Regression Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Model, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Performance Metric

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      290 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
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      525 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Data-Oriented Python Programming and Debugging

      Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data-oriented programming, Data Processing, Maintainability, Numerical Analysis, Critical Thinking, Technical Support

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      783 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Statistical Process Controls, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Graphing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

    • Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
    • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
    • Diversity and Inclusion in Education: University of Glasgow
    • Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms: National Taiwan University
    • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
    • Introduction to Deep Learning & Neural Networks with Keras: IBM
    • Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone: IBM
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
    • Data-Oriented Python Programming and Debugging: University of Michigan

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