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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding Financial Statements: Company Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Income Statement, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Performance Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      775 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Git (Version Control System), Shell Script, Linux, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, Data Manipulation, MySQL, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Cloud Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Software Development Tools

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      430 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Dashboard, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, SQL, Python Programming, Query Languages

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Java, AI Personalization, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      645 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Emerging Technologies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      450 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation

      Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Probability, Simulation and Simulation Software, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Tuning, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      253 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Concurrent Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Distributed Computing, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Computer Science, Performance Testing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      663 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Program Development, Analysis, Design Strategies, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      221 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Research Design, Human Computer Interaction, Statistical Modeling

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      592 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Getting started with TensorFlow 2

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Programming, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Jupyter

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      573 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Calculus: Single Variable Part 1 - Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

    • Understanding Financial Statements: Company Performance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career : IBM
    • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System: Duke University
    • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
    • Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Concurrent Programming in Java: Rice University
    • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    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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