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      University of California, Davis

      Managing as a Coach

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, People Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, People Development, Leadership, Mentorship, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Adaptability, Communication

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, Algorithms, Performance Metric

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

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      IE Business School

      Marketing Mix Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Marketing Channel, Marketing Communications, Product Management, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Advertising, Media Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Media Strategy, Retail Store Operations, Conflict Management

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Android Studio, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, UI Components, Java, Development Environment, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      684 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Computer Vision Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Matlab, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media, Brand Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Branding, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Administración financiera y su función en la empresa

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Performance Measurement, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Financial Policy, Cash Flows, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Working Capital, Return On Investment

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing Industrial Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Debugging, Failure Analysis, File Systems, Embedded Systems, New Product Development, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Systems Engineering, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, IBM Cloud, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Communication

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 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, Engineering Management, Engineering Practices, Research, Conceptual Design, Risk Management Framework, Mediation

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

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      University of Arizona

      Roman Art and Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

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      Emory University

      Introduction to Management Consulting

      Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Problem Solving, Analysis, Client Services, Business Analytics, Business Strategies, Decision Making, Change Management, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 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 social work courses

    • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
    • Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers: Duke University
    • Marketing Mix Fundamentals: IE Business School
    • Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 1: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera Project Network
    • Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Administración financiera y su función en la empresa : Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Developing Industrial Internet of Things: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Ethics, Technology and Engineering : Eindhoven University of Technology

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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