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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Hacer negocios en América Latina

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Innovation, International Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, World History, Economics, Business Economics, Business Development, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Sustainability, Socioeconomics, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Business, Political Sciences, International Relations, Cultural Sensitivity

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Basic Engineering Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Graphing, Derivatives

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

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      Khalifa University

      Arabic for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Culture, Vocabulary, Writing, Cultural Diversity, Grammar, Oral Expression, Literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Student-Centred Learning

      4.6
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, DevOps, Machine Learning Software, Continuous Deployment, Machine Learning, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring, Automation, Software Development Methodologies

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Digital Footprint

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Social Media, Web Content, Professionalism, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Content Management, User Accounts, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      662 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Research, Cultural Diversity, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      201 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Inferential and Predictive Statistics for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      866 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Microwave engineering and antennas

      Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Wireless Networks, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Process Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      The Kennedy Half Century

      Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, International Relations, Public History, Economics

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      501 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Linux Foundation

      Linux for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, User Accounts, System Configuration, Unix Shell, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Operating Systems, Networking Hardware

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      241 reviews

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      University of California, Irvine

      Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      615 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Hacer negocios en América Latina: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Basic Engineering Mathematics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Arabic for Beginners: Khalifa University
    • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started: Google Cloud
    • Digital Footprint: The University of Edinburgh
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
    • Inferential and Predictive Statistics for Business: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Microwave engineering and antennas: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • The Kennedy Half Century: University of Virginia
    • Linux for Developers: The Linux Foundation

    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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