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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Motivation, Adaptability, Initiative and Leadership, Problem Solving, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Emotional Intelligence

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      Universidad Austral

      La Disrupción del Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Legal Technology, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Governance, Cryptography, World History

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design engaging Stories for Instagram and Facebook in Easil

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media, Social Media Content, Facebook, Marketing Design, Social Media Marketing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Animations, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, User Accounts

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      Starweaver

      Essentials of Hospitality Management

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Hospitality Management, Cost Control, Hospitality, Financial Statements, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Business Metrics, Operating Budget, Financial Management, Innovation, Hotels and Accommodations, Service Management, Financial Planning

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      Arizona State University

      Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

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      154 reviews

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Drug Development, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Climate Change Programs, Cell Biology, Health Disparities, Biology, Clinical Trials, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes

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      Meta

      Fase final de Marketing en redes sociales de Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Presentations, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Project Closure, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Project Implementation, Communication

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Conceitos BƔsicos de Logƭstica e Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Management, Logistics, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Service Level, Order Management, Demand Planning, Performance Measurement, Forecasting

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Strategic Communication Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Resource Allocation, Communication Planning, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Public Relations, Paid media, Communication Strategies, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Earned Media, Business Strategy, Communication, Business Communication, Business Process

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      The University of Sydney

      Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Community Development, Public History, Storytelling, Art History, Anthropology, Land Management

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      University of Michigan

      Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Driving engagement

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      University of Michigan

      Cómo inspirar y a motivar personas

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Motivational Skills, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Leadership, Performance Review, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Communication

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

    • Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • La Disrupción del Blockchain:Ā Universidad Austral
    • Design engaging Stories for Instagram and Facebook in Easil:Ā Coursera Project Network
    • Essentials of Hospitality Management:Ā Starweaver
    • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone:Ā Arizona State University
    • Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology:Ā Imperial College London
    • Fase final de Marketing en redes sociales de Meta:Ā Meta
    • Conceitos BĆ”sicos de LogĆ­stica e Supply Chain:Ā Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Strategic Communication Campaigns:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney:Ā The University of Sydney

    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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