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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Software

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Technical Design, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Technical Communication

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

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      Rice University

      Parallel Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Scalability, Computer Science

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

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      Peking University

      人群与网络

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Supply And Demand, Socioeconomics, Computational Thinking, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Information Technology, Sociology, Political Sciences, Probability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Value Propositions, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, C# (Programming Language), Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, UI Components, Interactive Design, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Advanced Digital Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Architecture, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Improvement, Cloud Computing Architecture, Governance, Business Technologies, Emerging Technologies, Operational Excellence, Workforce Development, Business Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I

      Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Feasibility Studies, Commercial Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Market Dynamics, Finance, Real Estate Transactions, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Investments, Economics, Business Valuation, Price Negotiation, Market Analysis, Property Management, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Requirements Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Technical Writing, Requirements Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Functional Requirement, Writing, User Requirements Documents, System Requirements, Product Requirements, Proofreading, Editing, Grammar, Style Guides, Verification And Validation, Systems Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      345 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Adapt your leadership style

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Staff Management, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      995 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Policies, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Policy Development, Political Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Relationship Management and Business Development

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Business Development, Customer Retention, Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Opportunities, Organizational Development, Upselling, Active Listening

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Probability Distribution, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      708 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      433 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • 3D Printing Software: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Parallel Programming in Java: Rice University
    • 人群与网络 : Peking University
    • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Advanced Digital Transformation: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Requirements Writing: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Adapt your leadership style: Macquarie University
    • Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
    • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver

    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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