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      University of Colorado System

      Software Design Methods and Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Software Design, Unified Modeling Language, Technical Design, Software Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), JUnit, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Dataflow, Conceptual Design

      4.7
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      159 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, English Language, Literacy, Language Competency, Organizational Skills, Grammar, Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, OpenAI, Delegation Skills, Advocacy, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Strategy, Large Language Modeling, Time Management, Prompt Engineering, Meeting Facilitation, Communication, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, Presentations, Business Communication, Leadership, Business Writing, Creativity, Critical Thinking

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      GenAI for Execs & Business Leaders: Formulate Your Use Case

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Brainstorming, Ideation, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Cost Benefit Analysis, Proposal Writing, Needs Assessment, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Model View Controller, Systems Architecture, Interoperability, Internet Of Things, Software Systems, Maintainability, Functional Requirement, Software Engineering, Requirements Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Modeling and Simulation with Simulink

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case, Control Systems, Continuous Monitoring, Data Import/Export, Differential Equations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Reluctant Writers

      Skills you'll gain: Journals, Writing, Literacy, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Empowerment, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Needs Assessment

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Nuts and Bolts of Public Relations

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Collateral, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Social Media, Communication Strategies, Writing, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Data Collection, Report Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Effective Business Communications

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Recruitment, Human Resources, Marketing, Business Communication, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Business, Interviewing Skills, Grammar, Telecommuting, Business Writing, Workforce Planning, Vocabulary, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Financial Management for Product Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Capital Budgeting, Proposal Writing, Financial Management, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Financial Statements, Product Management, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Presentations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Portfolio Management, LinkedIn, Project Management, Presentations, Applicant Tracking Systems, Relationship Building, Recruitment, Business Writing, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Software Design Methods and Tools: University of Colorado System
    • English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track: Rice University
    • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
    • GenAI for Execs & Business Leaders: Formulate Your Use Case: IBM
    • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: EIT Digital
    • Modeling and Simulation with Simulink : MathWorks
    • Teaching Reluctant Writers: Johns Hopkins University
    • The Nuts and Bolts of Public Relations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit : Imperial College London
    • English for Effective Business Communications: University of California, Irvine

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