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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, Test Automation, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, DevSecOps, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Project Management, LLM Application, Project Management Life Cycle, Case Studies, AI Product Strategy, Work Breakdown Structure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Project Documentation, Deep Learning, Image Quality, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM IT Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Backlogs, Software Design, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Risk Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Finance, Financial Analysis, Equities, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Bookkeeping, Financial Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    14K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Research, Science and Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Process Optimization, Productivity Software, Workforce Development, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Strategy, Data Security, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Visualization, Big Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Data Wrangling, Apache Hive, Data Collection, Data Mart, Data Science, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Data Visualization Software, Relational Databases, Microsoft Excel

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing, Performing Arts

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    258 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Literacy, Teaching, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Oral Expression, Learning Styles, Technology Strategies, Grammar, Language Learning, English Language, Language Competency, Constructive Feedback, Design Elements And Principles, Learning Theory, Self-Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Risk Mitigation, Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Project Scoping, Process Flow Diagrams, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Data Visualization, Requirements Management, Prompt Engineering, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Digital Transformation, Responsible AI, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Business Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
  • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
  • Introduction to Finance and Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • Generative AI: Introduction and Applications: IBM
  • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Google AI Essentials: Google
  • Introduction to Data Analytics: IBM
  • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London

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