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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Glossary in Microsoft Word 365

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Document Management, Technical Communication, Writing, Microsoft Office, Editing, Business Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Full Cycle Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation Analysis, People Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Large Language Modeling, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Estimation, Conflict Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Project Management, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Agile Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Kanban Principles, Coaching, Team Management, Organizational Change, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Influencing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Starweaver

      Complete Executive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Responsible AI, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Change, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Generative AI, Change Management, Communication, Strategic Communication, Marketing Communications, Strategic Marketing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Project Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Project Management, LLM Application, Project Management Life Cycle, Case Studies, Work Breakdown Structure, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Documentation, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      LearnQuest

      Mastering the Foundations of Strategic Selling

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Strategy, Consultative Selling, B2B Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Business Communication, Sales Presentations, Overcoming Objections, Sales Process, Digital Transformation, Prospecting and Qualification, AI Personalization, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
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      University of London

      How to Finance and Grow Your Startup – Without VC

      Skills you'll gain: Product Management, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Growth Strategies, Customer Insights, Financial Modeling, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Strategies, New Business Development, Cash Management, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, E-Commerce, Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      472 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Product Development, Ideation, Target Market, New Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business Development, Needs Assessment, Customer Insights, Planning, Technology Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Packt

      Kaizen Event: Become a Certified Kaizen Event Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Solution Delivery, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Project Implementation, Event Planning, Sustainable Business, Team Management, Team Building, Root Cause Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Starweaver

      Credit Analysis in Action: Economic and Industry Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Loans, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Derivatives, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Regulations, Compliance Management, Market Dynamics, Business Valuation, Economics, Business Modeling, Structural Analysis, Excel Formulas

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business writing courses

    • Create a Glossary in Microsoft Word 365: Coursera Project Network
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University
    • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Agile Project Management: Google
    • Complete Executive Leadership: Starweaver
    • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
    • Mastering the Foundations of Strategic Selling: LearnQuest
    • How to Finance and Grow Your Startup – Without VC: University of London
    • Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity: University of Pennsylvania

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