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      Kennesaw State University

      Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Organizational Development, Change Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Strategy, Quality Management, Benchmarking, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, Cost Management, Business Metrics

      4.5
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      501 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Ethics, Technology and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Design Process, Business Ethics, Engineering Practices, Research, Value Engineering, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management Framework

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      818 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Strategic Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Statistical Analysis, Communication, Market Research, Complex Problem Solving, Analytics, Data Synthesis, R Programming, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Workday

      Workday Basics Series

      Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Business Intelligence, Branding

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      311 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      McMaster University

      Finance for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Finance, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Capital Markets, Investments, Derivatives, Business Valuation, Financial Policy, Equities, International Finance, Loans, Project Design, Market Dynamics, Risk Management, Business Mathematics, Market Trend, Project Documentation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Business Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Management, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      384 reviews

      Mixed · 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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      347 reviews

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Digital Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Data Ethics, Business Metrics, Return On Investment, Augmented Reality, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      423 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Insper

      Capitalismo Consciente

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Stakeholder Management, Business Transformation, Business Economics, Economic Development, Business Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Employee Engagement, Culture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Coaching Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Management, People Management, Accountability, Performance Analysis, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Communication

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      527 reviews

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      IBM

      Introduction to Technical Support

      Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Technical Support, Desktop Support, Service Level, Help Desk Support, Customer Service, System Support, End User Training and Support, Remote Access Systems, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
    • Ethics, Technology and Engineering : Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
    • Workday Basics Series: Workday
    • Finance for Everyone: McMaster University
    • Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation: Coursera Instructor Network
    • L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité: ESSEC Business School
    • Requirements Writing: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Introduction to Digital Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Capitalismo Consciente: Insper

    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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