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      The State University of New York

      Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Willingness To Learn, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Computer Literacy, Safety and Security, Creativity, Content Creation, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Renewable Power and Electricity Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Systems Of Measurement, Sustainable Technologies, Case Studies, Reliability, Market Dynamics, Emerging Technologies, Scalability, Systems Integration, Capacity Management

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      University of Western Australia

      Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Planning, Workplace inclusivity, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Diversity Programs, Employee Onboarding, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Metrics

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      Coursera Project Network

      عمل خطة محتوى بالذكاء الاصطناعي: Canva، ChatGPT، وBlueWillow

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Generative AI, Content Creation, Social Media Content, ChatGPT, Digital Content, Graphic and Visual Design, Prompt Engineering, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Writing, Target Audience

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      University of Michigan

      Evaluating Designs with Users

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, User Research, Test Case, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Test Planning, Interviewing Skills

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      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Gráficos para las Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Organizational Skills, Marketing Design, Typography, Color Theory, Business Strategy

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      Simplilearn

      Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Planning, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Campaign Management, Marketing Automation, Advertising Campaigns, Google Analytics, UI/UX Strategy, Keyword Research, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising

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      SAP

      SAP Customer Engagement and Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Engagement, Consultative Approaches, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Elicitation, SAP Applications, Technical Consulting, Customer Insights, Process Analysis, Solution Design, Business Analysis, Project Management

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      SAP

      Foundations of Business Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Systems Analysis, SAP Analytics Cloud, Stakeholder Communications, SAP Applications, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Systems, Business Process Modeling, Business Requirements, ChatGPT, Requirements Analysis, Organizational Strategy, LLM Application, Business Strategy, Agile Methodology, Communication, Critical Thinking

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      University at Buffalo

      Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Production Management, Data Integration, Business Process Management, Digital Transformation, Data Management, Decision Making, Cybersecurity, Big Data

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      London Business School

      Business for Good: Fundamentals of Corporate Responsibility

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Influencing, Innovation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
    • Renewable Power and Electricity Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion: University of Western Australia
    • عمل خطة محتوى بالذكاء الاصطناعي: CanvaØŒ ChatGPTØŒ ÙˆBlueWillow: Coursera Project Network
    • Evaluating Designs with Users: University of Michigan
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings : University of Washington
    • Crea Gráficos para las Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
    • SAP Customer Engagement and Discovery: SAP
    • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP

    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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