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      University of Colorado Boulder

      International Business

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, International Finance, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Supply Chain Planning, Market Opportunities, Economic Development, Marketing Strategies, Shipping and Receiving, Human Resources Management and Planning, B2B Sales, Cultural Diversity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Corporate Sustainability, World History, Business, Futures Exchange, Franchising, Business Strategy

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computer Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Sociology, Economics, Scientific Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAP

      SAP Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents

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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 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, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Cyber Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Application Security, Technical Communication

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Job Analysis, Communication, Business Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      394 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Branding, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Marketing, Content Creation, Web Design and Development

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      368 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Prototyping, Large Language Modeling, Interoperability, Systems Integration, Software Documentation, Design Strategies, File Management

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

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Public History, Social Sciences, Blended Learning, Education and Training, Social Justice, Creativity, Teaching, Political Sciences, Culture, Higher Education, Community Development, Experimentation, Media and Communications, Photography

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

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Optimizing Diversity on Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Employee Engagement

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Reporting extra-financier et stratégie RSE

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Reporting, Compliance Reporting, Annual Reports, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Transformation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      The Payroll Cycle

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Compensation Management, Record Keeping, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Timelines, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Originalité et modernité du mutualisme

      Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Regulations, Compliance Training, Governance, Risk Management, Social Work, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Customer Data Management, Digital Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • International Business: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis
    • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
    • Developing Industrial Internet of Things: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews: Coursera Project Network
    • Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix: Coursera Project Network
    • AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy: Duke University
    • Optimizing Diversity on Teams: University of Pennsylvania
    • Reporting extra-financier et stratégie RSE: ESSEC Business School

    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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