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    Explore game design principles for creating engaging games. Learn about game mechanics, storytelling, and user experience.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Game Theory, Market Analysis, Business Economics, Resource Allocation, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Public Policies

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

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      LearnQuest

      Combining Scrum with Other Agile Methodologies

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kanban Principles, DevOps, Agile Software Development, Continuous Integration, Lean Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Continuous Deployment, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Workflow Management, Virtualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      514 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Design Thinking, Simulations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Product Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Product Management, Team Leadership, Product Development, New Product Development, Commercialization, Product Lifecycle Management, Team Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Marketing, Market Opportunities, Product Design, Leadership, Agile Methodology, User Experience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      328 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Introduction to Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biology, Systems Engineering, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Statistical Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      572 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Application

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Computer-Aided Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Migrating to the AWS Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Data Migration, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Human Computer Interaction, Remote Access Systems, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Human Centered Design, Research and Design, Digital Communications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      816 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Business Leadership, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Data Strategy, Information Privacy, Business Transformation, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis

      Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Video Production, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      491 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy: The Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Economics, Project Design, Environment, Environmental Science, Supply And Demand, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Operational Efficiency

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Windows Server Management and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows, Authentications, User Accounts, Group Policy, Microsoft Servers, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Computer Security, Server Administration, System Configuration, Encryption, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      661 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Combining Scrum with Other Agile Methodologies: LearnQuest
    • Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking: University of Michigan
    • Product Management Essentials: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • 3D CAD Application: National Taiwan University
    • Migrating to the AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
    • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
    • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
    • Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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