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      University of California, Irvine

      Skepticism

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Research, Policy Analysis, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Strategic management: Be competitive

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Customer Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Organizational Effectiveness, Analysis, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      320 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edge Impulse

      Computer Vision with Embedded Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Deep Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDHEC Business School

      Science and Engineering of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Engineering, Systems Of Measurement, Environment, Mathematical Modeling, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Physics, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      237 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York Institute of Finance

      Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Grundlagen des Grafikdesigns

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Creative Cloud, Color Theory, Design Software, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, AI Product Strategy, Regression Analysis, Business Ethics, Computer Vision, Governance

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      What’s Your Big Idea?

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, User Feedback, Business Strategy, Creative Thinking, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Resource Management, Presentations, Customer Insights

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Comparative Health Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Public Health, Governance, Organizational Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Methods for Solving Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Health Care, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Project Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Unstructured Data, Data Ethics, Data Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Skepticism: University of California, Irvine
    • Strategic management: Be competitive: Macquarie University
    • Computer Vision with Embedded Machine Learning: Edge Impulse
    • Science and Engineering of Climate Change: EDHEC Business School
    • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
    • Grundlagen des Grafikdesigns: California Institute of the Arts
    • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • What’s Your Big Idea?: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Comparative Health Systems: University of Pennsylvania
    • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder

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