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      University of Colorado System

      Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Business Process Management, Data Visualization Software, Performance Measurement, Business Analytics, MicroStrategy, Dashboard, Descriptive Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Competitive Intelligence, Business Reporting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      640 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Visualization for Data Journalism

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Plotly, Matplotlib, Journalism, Graphing, Data Literacy, Color Theory, Data Manipulation, Design Elements And Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Maintainability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Financial Services, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Banking, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Information Technology, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Structure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Human Factors, Automation, Human Machine Interfaces, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interaction, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Swift 5 iOS Application Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Transaction Processing, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Software As A Service, Data Storage, Data Modeling, Data Storage Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      910 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistical Inference for Estimation in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Probability Distribution

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.

      Skills you'll gain: European History, Writing, Music History, Art History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI Architecture in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Persona (User Experience), Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), Transaction Processing, Persona Development, Collaborative Software, Secure Coding, Plan Execution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Immunology: Immune Failures and Cancer Immunology

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pathology, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Microbiology, Chronic Diseases, Patient Treatment, Precision Medicine, Treatment Planning, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

    • Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications: University of Colorado System
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
    • Visualization for Data Journalism: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • C++ Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
    • Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy: Copenhagen Business School
    • Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Swift 5 iOS Application Developer: LearnQuest
    • Statistical Inference for Estimation in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS : University of California, Davis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Material Science

    Material science refers to the properties of solid materials and how the structure and composition of a material determine its properties. It helps engineers improve and design products by testing and researching materials to determine how to manipulate them for best results. Material science affects every field that involves engineering, including electronics, telecommunications, ground transportation, medicine, energy, and aerospace, for example.‎

    It's important to learn material science in order to come up with new and innovative products. It is necessary for lowering costs of production and creating long-lasting products. Material science is also important to learn because it is part of engineering design and how different materials will perform in your project, helping you determine which to use.‎

    Any career in engineering will use material science. This is used in many areas of engineering but you can also become a material engineer. In these careers you will test and research different types of material in order to determine the best way to create a product. You will use your knowledge in the area to create new materials and find any possible product failure which helps to create better and innovative product designs.‎

    Online courses can help you learn about material science by giving you the knowledge you need to progress in the field. The courses offer a variety of levels to get you ready for the next step. Online courses offer you the flexibility to work around your schedule, and the experts that teach them are available to answer questions and guide you in each course. You will have lectures and readings as well as assignments that will help you gain an understanding of material science. These courses can supplement your existing knowledge or be at a higher level to deepen your understanding of the topic.‎

    Online Material Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Material Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Material Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Material Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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