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    Understand basic accounting principles for managing finances. Learn to prepare financial statements, manage accounts, and ensure compliance.

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      Columbia University

      Financial Engineering and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Investment Management, Financial Systems, Asset Management, Credit Risk, Mortgage Loans, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Financial Trading, Financial Modeling, Risk Modeling, Financial Services, Securities Trading, Regression Analysis, Market Liquidity, Capital Markets, Actuarial Science

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Google Gemini, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Analytics, Data Analysis, 3D Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Sustainable Technologies, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Facility Management, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology I

      Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Scientific Methods, Research

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Nomad Sculpt 3D: Stylized Female Pt 2: Clothing & Poses

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphic Techniques, Storytelling, Graphical Tools

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Python - Complete Python, Django, Data Science and ML Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Django (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Feature Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Programming Principles, Relational Databases, Databases, Development Environment, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Animation and Game Design, Authorization (Computing), Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Style Guides, Software Design

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, R (Software), Data Analysis, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Biostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Public Health, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Web Design and User Experience Engineering Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Web Design and Development, React.js, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, Wireframing, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Javascript

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Introduction to Next.js Ecommerce - Setting Up the Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Data Validation, JavaScript Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, Authentications, User Interface (UI), PostgreSQL, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, React.js, Object-Relational Mapping, Development Environment, Databases, User Accounts

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Adobe Illustrator Basics for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Data Import/Export, Color Theory, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università Bocconi

      International Leadership and Organizational Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Intercultural Competence, Professional Networking, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Team Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Honors Algebra 2

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, General Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Arithmetic, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Correlation Analysis, Analytical Skills

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
    • Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
    • Nomad Sculpt 3D: Stylized Female Pt 2: Clothing & Poses: Skillshare
    • Python - Complete Python, Django, Data Science and ML Guide: Packt
    • Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
    • Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health: Imperial College London
    • Web Design and User Experience Engineering Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Introduction to Next.js Ecommerce - Setting Up the Basics: Packt
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