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      Stanford University

      Probabilistic Graphical Models

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Unstructured Data, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Team Building, Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Product Testing, Customer Insights, Business Strategies, Team Motivation, Ideation, Market Opportunities, User Research, Market Research, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Recruitment Strategies

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI in Insurance: Automating Claims & Risk Mitigation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Insurance, Decision Support Systems, Expense Management, Data Ethics, Insurance Policies, Underwriting, AI Personalization, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Claims Processing, Financial Services, Personalized Service, Business Process Automation, Automation, Risk Management, Customer experience improvement, Analytics, Prompt Engineering, Digital Transformation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      OWASP Top 10

      Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Machine Learning, Big Data, and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, A/B Testing, Big Data, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Dimensionality Reduction, Reinforcement Learning

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Zero Trust Network Access, Linux Administration, Network Security, Hardening, Security Strategy, Remote Access Systems, Linux, Security Controls, Systems Administration, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Estimation, Machine Learning, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Design Thinking, Applied Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Web Scraping, Machine Learning Algorithms, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization Software, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Validation, Verification And Validation, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management, FinTech, Change Management, Emerging Technologies

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      Skillshare

      Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Brand Awareness, Legal Risk, Brand Management, Marketing Design, Design, Strategic Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Creativity

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Cybersecurity & Data Privacy for Technical Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Agile Methodology, Security Management, Technical Management, Audit Planning, Cyber Risk, Software Development Methodologies, Performance Metric, Information Technology, Business Ethics, Risk Management

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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Python Programming

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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

    • Probabilistic Graphical Models: Stanford University
    • Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace: University of Maryland, College Park
    • GenAI in Insurance: Automating Claims & Risk Mitigation: Coursera Instructor Network
    • OWASP Top 10: Packt
    • Advanced Machine Learning, Big Data, and Deep Learning: Packt
    • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 3: Pearson
    • Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 3: Pearson
    • Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics: University of California San Diego
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted: Skillshare

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