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    Understand basic accounting principles for managing finances. Learn to prepare financial statements, manage accounts, and ensure compliance.

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      Packt

      Intro to Redux

      Skills you'll gain: React Redux, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Data Store, Application Performance Management, Middleware

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Agile Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD)

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Statement and Ratio Analysis for Accountants

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Income Statement, Business Valuation, Finance, Financial Forecasting, Securities (Finance), Cash Flows, Quality Assessment

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Physical Science, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      560 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Knowledge Accelerators

      Intermediate Excel: Data Modeling, Analysis, and Dashboards

      Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Modeling, Analytics, Business Analysis, Trend Analysis, Microsoft 365, Data Management, Productivity, Data Entry, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Healthcare Financial Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Health Care Administration, Financial Forecasting, Capital Markets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Risk Management, Accounting, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows, Product Management

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Semiconductor Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Materials science, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      605 reviews

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      The University of Melbourne

      Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Oncology, Environment, Cell Biology, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Nutrition and Diet

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Real World DevOps Project with Ansible, Docker and GitLab

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Ansible, Linux Administration, Containerization, Linux, GitLab, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Devops Tools, Operating System Administration, CI/CD, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, IT Automation, Application Deployment, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Monitoring, Network Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Becoming a Linux Power User

      Skills you'll gain: Scripting Languages

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Intro to Redux: Packt
    • Agile Software Development: University of Minnesota
    • Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh
    • Financial Statement and Ratio Analysis for Accountants: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fundamentals of Flight mechanics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Intermediate Excel: Data Modeling, Analysis, and Dashboards: Knowledge Accelerators
    • Healthcare Financial Management Fundamentals: Northeastern University
    • Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Semiconductor Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne

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