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      University of Cambridge

      The neuropsychology of decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Research

      3.8
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      827 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Mental Health, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Crisis Intervention, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Positive Behavior Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      501 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Foundations of AI and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure Architecture, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Application Frameworks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Decision Support Systems, Computational Thinking, Data Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      454 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Presentation, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Prospecting, Lead Generation, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      493 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      A Complete Reinforcement Learning System (Capstone)

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Simulations, Performance Testing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Algorithms, Performance Tuning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      648 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Responsible AI, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, Deep Learning, Workflow Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Statistical Analysis, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Learning Strategies, Test Planning, Goal Setting, Productivity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      281 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Leadership Studies, Organizational Structure, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Job Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Recruitment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      521 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Formal Financial Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Accounting, Accounting, Accounting Records, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Inventory Accounting, Balance Sheet, Fixed Asset, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      382 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology, Airway Management, Cardiology, Medication Administration, Medical Emergency, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Critical Care, Health Assessment, Mental Status Examination, Vital Signs, Anatomy, Physiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      808 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

    • The neuropsychology of decision making: University of Cambridge
    • Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them: Stanford University
    • Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers: University of Toronto
    • Foundations of AI and Machine Learning: Microsoft
    • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
    • A Complete Reinforcement Learning System (Capstone): University of Alberta
    • CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner: CertNexus
    • Management Fundamentals: University of Pennsylvania

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