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      IESE Business School

      The Role of the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Communication, Marketing Communications, Presentations, Non-Verbal Communication, Journalism, Content Creation, Crisis Management

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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cybersecurity for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Ethics, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, Human Factors (Security), Security Controls, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Analysis, Technical Communication, Problem Solving, Communication

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      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo hacer publicidad en instagram

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Management, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Digital Advertising, Marketing Materials, E-Commerce, Customer Engagement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Facebook, Instagram, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Brand Awareness, Performance Measurement, Content Creation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Speaking to a Technical Group

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Technical Communication, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Communication, Target Audience, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Contingency Planning

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Química, guerra y ética

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Community Organizing, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization

      Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Security Controls, System Implementation, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Security Management, Security Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Capstone: Create Value from Open Data

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Value Propositions, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Presentations

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New York University

      Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, Music Performance, World History, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Storytelling, Creativity, Non-Verbal Communication, Electronic Media, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Information Systems Auditing and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Internal Controls, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Compliance Auditing, Project Coordination, Financial Controls, Quality Assurance, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Fraud detection, Governance, Presentations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Governance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Investment Management, Prioritization, Quantitative Research, Decision Making, Public Policies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

    • The Role of the Media : IESE Business School
    • Cybersecurity for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cómo hacer publicidad en instagram: Coursera Project Network
    • Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing: Digital Marketing Institute
    • Speaking to a Technical Group: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
    • Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization: Codio
    • Capstone: Create Value from Open Data: ESSEC Business School
    • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies : New York University

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