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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Big Data Integration and Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Big Data, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Management, NoSQL, Analytics, Splunk, Database Systems, MongoDB, Pandas (Python Package), SQL, PostgreSQL

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Python Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Debugging, Git (Version Control System), Unit Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Scripting, Computer Programming, Web Development, Algorithms, Program Development, Development Environment, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Jupyter

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Cape Town

      Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Science, Sampling (Statistics), Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Sample Size Determination

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Software Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Security Requirements Analysis, Mockups, User Story, Interviewing Skills, User Requirements Documents, Storyboarding, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Software Development Methodologies, Software Documentation, Agile Methodology, Business Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Risk Management Framework, System Requirements, Functional Specification, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      844 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Django Web Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Application Security, Database Development, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      612 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing: The Craft of Style

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Practical Data Science with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software, Matlab, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Power BI Edition)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Snowflake Schema, Data Modeling, SQL, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Databases, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Financial Statements, Data Analysis Software, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      187 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Visualization & Dashboarding with R

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Shiny (R Package), Ggplot2, Tidyverse (R Package), Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Dashboard, Data Import/Export, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Data Manipulation, Plotly, Storyboarding, Data Storytelling, Heat Maps

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      429 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Software Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, Automation, Data Structures, Debugging, Data Validation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

    • Big Data Integration and Processing: University of California San Diego
    • Python Programming Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space : University of Cape Town
    • Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
    • Django Web Framework : Meta
    • Creative Writing: The Craft of Style: Wesleyan University
    • Practical Data Science with MATLAB: MathWorks
    • BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Power BI Edition): Corporate Finance Institute
    • Data Visualization & Dashboarding with R: Johns Hopkins University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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