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      New York University

      MOST from a Conceptual Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Research Methodologies, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      As CompetĂȘncias do Especialista no Sucesso do Cliente

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Customer Data Management, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Engagement, Consultative Approaches, Customer Retention, Market Analysis, Customer experience strategy (CX), Organizational Structure, Business Relationship Management, Business Solutions, Business Technologies, Active Listening, Technology Solutions, Communication, Presentations

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Lean Management Course

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Efficiency, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles, Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance and Control, Business Metrics, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Beyond Basic CSS: Typography, Color, Effects, & Animation

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, HTML and CSS, Design Elements And Principles, Animations, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Design and Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Understanding Diversity & Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Acquisition, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Marketing, Advocacy, Employee Engagement, Recruitment Strategies, Branding, Brand Strategy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Facebook Monetization: Collaborate with Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Goal Setting, Business Development, New Business Development, Live Streaming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

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      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Communication, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, Presentations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Collaboration, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Critical Thinking

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Materials, Ideation, AI Personalization, Web Content, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Blogs, Brainstorming, Search Engine Optimization

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Accountability, Cultural Diversity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Community Health, Leadership Development

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Construire votre audience sur Facebook Audience Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Facebook, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Social Media Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

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      Skills you'll gain: Production Line, Marketing Effectiveness, Business Metrics, Performance Measurement, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Production Management, Market Share, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Benchmarking

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • MOST from a Conceptual Perspective: New York University
    • As CompetĂȘncias do Especialista no Sucesso do Cliente: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Lean Management Course: Simplilearn
    • Beyond Basic CSS: Typography, Color, Effects, & Animation: University of California, Davis
    • Understanding Diversity & Inclusion: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Facebook Monetization: Collaborate with Brands: Coursera
    • Ű„ŰȘÙ‚Ű§Ù† فن Ű§Ù„Ű„ÙŠŰŹŰ§ŰČ ÙÙŠ Ű§Ù„Ű­ŰŻÙŠŰ« | Mastering The Art of Briefing: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Ű§Ù„Űčمل Ű§Ù„ŰŹÙ…Ű§Űčي ÙˆŰ§Ù„Ű„ŰšŰŻŰ§Űč: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
    • Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare: University of Michigan

    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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