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      Illinois Tech

      Fundamentals of Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript and jQuery, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Version Control, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, GitHub, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Infrastructure Architecture, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API), Animations

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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

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      University of London

      Citizenship and the Rule of Law

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Governance, Corporate Sustainability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Ethics, Technology and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Design Process, Business Ethics, Research Design, Engineering Practices, Research, Risk Management Framework, Mediation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

      Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Forecasting, Social Sciences, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Cultural Diversity, Business Management, Human Learning, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Innovation

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      University of California San Diego

      Algae Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Regulatory Requirements, Sustainability Standards, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Motors and Motor Control Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics), Electrical Equipment, Embedded Software, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Design Specifications, System Requirements, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components, Mechanics, Technical Standard

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Service Design, Design Research, Process Mapping, User Experience, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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      University of Manchester

      Managing Responsibly: Practicing Sustainability, Responsibility and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Team Oriented, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Systems Thinking, Practice Management, Stakeholder Management

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      University of Colorado System

      Agile Leadership: Introduction to Change

      Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Change Management, Leadership Development, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Adaptability

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      University at Buffalo

      Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Consulting, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Management Consulting, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Change, Philanthropy, Case Studies, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development

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      Universiteit Leiden

      EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 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 business development courses

    • Fundamentals of Web Development: Illinois Tech
    • Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries: University of Cape Town
    • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
    • Ethics, Technology and Engineering : Eindhoven University of Technology
    • L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité: ESSEC Business School
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Motors and Motor Control Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
    • Managing Responsibly: Practicing Sustainability, Responsibility and Ethics: University of Manchester
    • Agile Leadership: Introduction to Change: University of Colorado System

    Why Learn Business Development?

    Business development focuses on expanding an organization’s reach through strategic planning, relationship building, and market analysis. It plays a key role in increasing revenue, entering new markets, and fostering innovation. Learning business development can help you strengthen analytical and interpersonal skills that support sustainable business growth.

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