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    Learn music theory for a deeper understanding of music. Study scales, chords, rhythm, and harmony.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Berklee

      Music Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Music, Intellectual Property, Music History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Management, Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Applied Data Science with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Network Model, Jupyter, NumPy, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Data Processing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      34K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Client Services, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Google Analytics, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing, Expectation Management, User Research, Content Marketing, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Strategy and Game Theory for Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Organizational Change, Economics, Digital Media Strategy, Market Opportunities, Negotiation, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advertising, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, MongoDB

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Investment Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Market, Business Risk Management, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Asset Management, Performance Measurement, Investments, Market Dynamics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Planning, Finance, Equities, Performance Analysis, Financial Policy, FinTech, Economics

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

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to HTML5

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design and Development, Usability, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Data Validation, Web Development Tools

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      Producing Music in the Home Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Editing, Post-Production, Creativity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Compensation Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Job Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      UI / UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Mockups, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, UI/UX Strategy, Adobe XD, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Language, HTML and CSS, User Flows, Web Design, Design Elements And Principles, User Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      Jazz Improvisation

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Oral Expression, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      787 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Music Composition: Starting a Piece

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Music, Classical Music, Creativity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

    • Music Business Foundations: Berklee
    • Applied Data Science with Python: University of Michigan
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
    • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • Investment Management: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to HTML5: University of Michigan
    • Producing Music in the Home Studio: Berklee
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts

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