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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Image Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Google Cloud Platform, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Conceitos Básicos de Logística e Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Management, Logistics, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Service Level, Order Management, Demand Planning, Performance Measurement, Forecasting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Business Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Interviewing Skills, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      298 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Sampling People, Networks and Records

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Collection, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Network Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing, Performing Arts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to SQL for BigQuery and Cloud SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Database Development, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Query Languages, Data Warehousing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Amsterdam

      Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces

      Skills you'll gain: Action Oriented, Community Organizing, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Innovation, Advocacy, Experimentation, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Environmental Issue

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Community Development, Social Sciences, Sustainable Business, Business Strategy, Financial Inclusion, Ideation, Needs Assessment, Team Building, Team Management, Case Studies, Innovation, Revenue Management, Empowerment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      326 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Comment rédiger et publier un article scientifique (Enseignement par projet)

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Journals, Writing, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Editing, Proofreading, Document Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introducción a las Simulaciones PhET para la Educación STEM

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Simulations, General Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      616 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Financing for Startup Businesses

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Finance, Private Equity, Financial Services, Credit Risk, Financial Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Liquidation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

    • Introduction to Image Generation: Google Cloud
    • Conceitos Básicos de Logística e Supply Chain: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry: Case Western Reserve University
    • Sampling People, Networks and Records: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London
    • Introduction to SQL for BigQuery and Cloud SQL: Google Cloud
    • Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces: University of Amsterdam
    • Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities: Copenhagen Business School
    • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System
    • Comment rédiger et publier un article scientifique (Enseignement par projet): École Polytechnique

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