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      United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

      Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability

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      Universidad Austral

      Negociación 4.0

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Coaching, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Active Listening

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Sustentabilidad: los desafƭos desde LatinoamƩrica

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environment, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Sustainability Standards, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Biology

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      Royal Holloway, University of London

      Cybercrime

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Culture, Psychology, Survey Creation, Research

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      University of Leeds

      Training and Learning Online

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Learning Strategies, Communication, Self-Awareness, Technical Communication, Digital Communications

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Business Models For Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Development, Business Modeling, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Marketing Communications, Business Strategies, Case Studies, Systems Thinking, Strategic Partnership

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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

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Liderazgo y comportamiento organizacional

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Influencing, Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Persuasive Communication, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Empowerment, Employee Engagement, Human Resource Strategy, Stress First Aid, Goal Setting

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      University of Science and Technology of China

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      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Productivity, Social Studies, Problem Solving, Innovation, Adult Education, Social Sciences, Resourcefulness, Quick Learning, Operational Efficiency, Learning Strategies, Workflow Management, Collaboration, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, World History, Personal Development, Knowledge Transfer

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies, Advocacy, Empowerment

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      Salesforce

      Foundations for Interviewing with Confidence

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Communication, Telecommuting, Storytelling, Sales Development, Presentations, Professional Networking, Branding, Personal Attributes, LinkedIn, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Adaptability, Empathy

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      Macquarie University

      Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Professionalism, Organizational Leadership, Global Marketing, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Culture, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Economics

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities:Ā United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
    • Negociación 4.0:Ā Universidad Austral
    • Sustentabilidad: los desafĆ­os desde LatinoamĆ©rica:Ā Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Cybercrime:Ā Royal Holloway, University of London
    • Training and Learning Online:Ā University of Leeds
    • Business Models For Sustainability:Ā Copenhagen Business School
    • Humanidades digitales:Ā Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Liderazgo y comportamiento organizacional:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
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    • Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Ā Coursera Instructor Network

    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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