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      University of Alberta

      Science & Religion 101

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Control Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Architecture, Computer Engineering, Hardware Architecture, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Debugging, Real Time Data, System Design and Implementation, Middleware, System Programming, Software Technical Review, Software Design, Software Systems

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      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Digital Business Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Digital Transformation, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Computing Platforms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Javascript, User Interface (UI) Design, MongoDB, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Scalability, Restful API, Middleware, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), jQuery, Databases, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Avoiding Bias

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability, Diversity Awareness, Critical Thinking, Advocacy, Leadership, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Health Systems Development

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Promotion, Policy Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Primary Care, Sustainable Development, Community Health, Program Evaluation, Research, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      283 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Public Administration, Information Technology, Economic Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Methods for Solving Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Visionary, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research, Finance, Innovation, Strategic Partnership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Agile Approaches for Modern Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Strategic Thinking, Team Building, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Team Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Motivation, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Agile Methodology, Business Leadership, Cognitive flexibility, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Change Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Applications of Copilot in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Microsoft Office, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI, Business Process Automation, Sales Process, Customer Service, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Automation, Lead Generation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Responsible AI, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Management, Requirements Elicitation, Product Lifecycle Management, Problem Solving, Product Planning, Product Design, Product Development, Engineering Practices, New Product Development, Product Requirements, Conceptual Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      196 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular independent thinking courses

    • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Business Strategy: University of Virginia
    • Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application: Board Infinity
    • Avoiding Bias : Arizona State University
    • Health Systems Development: Imperial College London
    • Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities: Lund University
    • Agile Approaches for Modern Leadership: Duke University

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