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      Starweaver

      AI-Powered Business Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Data Storytelling, Responsible AI, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Sales Presentation, Google Gemini, Sales Strategy, ChatGPT, Product Management, Generative AI, Sustainable Development, Data Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Product Knowledge

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      South Asian Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Educación sobre el cambio climático

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Water Resources, Health Education, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Hydrology, Interactive Learning, Natural Resource Management, Teaching, Land Management, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Water Quality, Pedagogy, Risk Control, Community Outreach

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Business Communication, Language Learning, Business Writing, Vocabulary, Collaboration, Grammar, Time Management, Hospitality, Critical Thinking

      1.6
      Rating, 1.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Program Management and the Art of Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Communication Planning, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Storytelling, Target Audience, Cultural Diversity, Information Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, User Story, Influencing, Communication, Virtual Teams

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Theatre and Globalization

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Understanding Fitness Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Physiology, Adaptability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Goal Setting, Communication, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Planning, Qualitative Research, Survey Creation, Systems Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Frontières en tous genres

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Art History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, World History, Environment and Resource Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Communication, Innovation, Personal Development, Curiosity, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, People Development, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Change Management, Growth Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Writing and Disseminating Grey Literature

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Photography, Content Creation, Infographics, Writing, Media and Communications, Social Media, Research, Instagram

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      فهم صنع السياسات الاقتصادية

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Tax, Policy Analysis, International Finance, Business Economics, Fiscal Management, Growth Strategies, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social courses

    • AI-Powered Business Operations: Starweaver
    • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Educación sobre el cambio climático: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上): Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Understanding Fitness Programming: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Frontières en tous genres: University of Geneva
    • Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life: Dartmouth College

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