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      Duke University

      Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Database Management, Version Control, Pandas (Python Package), Git (Version Control System), Unix Shell, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, SQL, MySQL, Microservices, Containerization, Docker (Software), Python Programming, Big Data, Data Science

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Big Data, World History, Sociology, Data Literacy, Analytics, European History, Ancient History, Anthropology, Analysis, Economics, Political Sciences

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      Egypt before and after pharaohs.

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Anthropology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Digital Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Telehealth, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Tableau Software, Electronic Medical Record, Health Systems, Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Big Data, Data Collection, User Centered Design, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Interoperability, Health Care, Health Disparities, Statistical Analysis, Health Care Administration

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      308 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Local Economic Development

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Community Development, Socioeconomics, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Economics, Growth Strategies, International Relations, Global Marketing, Policy Development, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      The Fundamentals of Revenue Management: The Cornerstone of Revenue Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hotel Operations, Budgeting, Forecasting, Target Market, Market Share, Market Dynamics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Automation

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

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      Novartis

      Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Privacy, Risk Management

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAS

      Data Literacy: Exploring and Visualizing Data

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, SAS (Software), Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Virtual Environment, Data Cleansing, Data Access, Business Analysis

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Lesson Planning, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      487 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanjing University

      Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, World Music, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Industrial IoT Markets and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies, Market Opportunities, Interviewing Skills, Cryptography, Software-Defined Networking, Market Analysis, Cloud Platforms, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

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

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      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

      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 world history courses

    • Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Egypt before and after pharaohs. : Sapienza University of Rome
    • Digital Health: Imperial College London
    • Local Economic Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • The Fundamentals of Revenue Management: The Cornerstone of Revenue Strategy: ESSEC Business School
    • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Data Literacy: Exploring and Visualizing Data: SAS
    • Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University

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