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      University of Colorado System

      Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Analysis, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École normale supérieure

      Approximation Algorithms Part II

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Non-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Crisis Intervention, Public Health, Health Care, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Health Systems, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Leading Diverse Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Business Leadership, People Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Global Marketing, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      How to Describe Data

      Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Sampling (Statistics), Data Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Business Transformation, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Forecasting, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Business Strategies, Leadership, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Unpacking Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Empathy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      I/O-efficient algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms, Graph Theory, File Systems, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep AIF-C01: AWS Certified AI Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AWS SageMaker, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, Natural Language Processing

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Vocabulary, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deductive Reasoning, Arithmetic, English Language, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Grammar, Literacy, Business Analytics, Learning Strategies, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Empathy, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

    • Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration: University of Colorado System
    • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
    • Non-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings: University of Copenhagen
    • Leading Diverse Teams: University of California, Irvine
    • How to Describe Data: University of Michigan
    • Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course: EIT Digital
    • Unpacking Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • I/O-efficient algorithms: EIT Digital
    • Exam Prep AIF-C01: AWS Certified AI Practitioner: Whizlabs

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