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      The State University of New York

      International Cyber Conflicts

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Diplomacy, Infrastructure Architecture, Conflict Management, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Effective Altruism

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Social Justice, Behavioral Economics, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computer Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Sociology, Economics, Scientific Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Essential Design Principles for Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, User Centered Design, Human Factors

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®)

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Backlogs, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Process, User Requirements Documents, User Story, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Systems Analysis

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Oversee a Project with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Machine Learning, Intellectual Property, Information Privacy, Workforce Management, Workforce Development, Safety and Security

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Peer Review, Business Writing, Project Design, Graphic Design, Branding, Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      The Payroll Cycle

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Compensation Management, Record Keeping, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Timelines, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Personal Development, Empowerment, Business Leadership, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Expense Management, OpenAI, Expense Reports, Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Google Sheets, Automation, Travel Arrangements, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, European History, Language Learning, Culture, Vocabulary, Political Sciences, World History, Oral Expression, Writing, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Art History, Oral Comprehension, Science and Research, Intercultural Competence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      139 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
    • Effective Altruism: Princeton University
    • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis
    • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • Certified Business Analysis Professionalâ„¢ (CBAP®): Starweaver
    • Oversee a Project with ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
    • Effective Communication Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Payroll Cycle: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University

    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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