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Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


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    Case Western Reserve University

    Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Empowerment, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Case Studies, Business Transformation, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills

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    Genentech

    Data Science with Real World Data in Pharma

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Health Policy, Data Science, Epidemiology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Data Quality, Electronic Medical Record

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Local Economic Development

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Project Design, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Innovation, Business Economics, Policy Development, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Operations and Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Mapping, Quality Management, Workflow Management, Operational Excellence, Return On Investment, Change Management, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Business Technologies, Project Management, Pareto Chart

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, AI Security, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Professional Selling: 3 Steps to High-Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Process, Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales, Cold Calling, Sales Presentation, B2B Sales, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Needs Assessment, Sales Pipelines, Solution Selling, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Lead Generation, Rapport Building, Relationship Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Policy, Case Studies, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Engineering Practices, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Classification Algorithms, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Neural Networks

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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Database Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Storage

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Strategic Business Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Business Leadership, Innovation, Market Research, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Business Development, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Business Management, Organizational Change

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

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Introduction to ESG

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Issue, Corporate Strategy, Governance, Performance Analysis, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 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 research courses

  • Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry: Case Western Reserve University
  • Data Science with Real World Data in Pharma: Genentech
  • Local Economic Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Operations and Process Management: Illinois Tech
  • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
  • Professional Selling: 3 Steps to High-Performance: Kennesaw State University
  • Applying Participatory Approaches in Public Health Settings: Imperial College London
  • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Tsinghua University
  • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder

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