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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Text Mining, Dimensionality Reduction, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Unstructured Data, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Finance and Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Finance, Financial Analysis, Equities, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Bookkeeping, Financial Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google AI Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Process Optimization, Productivity Software, Computer Security Awareness Training, Workforce Development, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Data Security, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Google SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Target Audience, Keyword Research, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, User Research, Content Strategy, Web Content, Content Performance Analysis, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Business Reporting

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

      Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Resilience, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology, Working With Children, Education and Training, Research, Visionary, Human Development, Creativity

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IESE Business School

      Think like a CFO

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Market, Income Statement, Corporate Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Financial Modeling, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Management Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Finance, Equities

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Biology, Research, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Physiology, Cell Biology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      PyMongo Case Study - Restaurant Management System

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, NoSQL, Data Transformation, Data Maintenance, Database Design, Databases, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, JSON

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Input Output, Expression Handling, and System Management

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Unix, Unix Shell, User Accounts, Linux, Operating System Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Administration, Systems Administration, File Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      User Experience Design and Testing Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Strategy, Usability, Design Strategies, Storyboarding

      Build toward a degree

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Blockchain Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Network Protocols, Encryption, Distributed Computing, FinTech, Virtual Environment, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Machines, Verification And Validation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Plant Bioinformatic Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Analysis, Biotechnology, Data Visualization Software, Database Software, Data Analysis Software, Health Informatics, Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Data Mining, Medical Science and Research, Exploratory Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Life Sciences, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Natural Language Processing: DeepLearning.AI
    • Introduction to Finance and Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
    • Google AI Essentials: Google
    • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis
    • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
    • Think like a CFO: IESE Business School
    • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
    • PyMongo Case Study - Restaurant Management System: EDUCBA
    • Input Output, Expression Handling, and System Management: EDUCBA
    • User Experience Design and Testing Part 1: Northeastern University

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