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      Infosec

      Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Federal Information Security Management Act, NIST 800-53, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Geneva

      Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon

      Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Financial Planning, Investment Management, Investments, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Financial Analysis, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Microsoft Excel

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      415 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Google Ads Search Campaign

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Campaign Management, Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Bidding, Digital Marketing, Budget Management, Marketing Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      713 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get Started with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Canva (Software), Animations, Graphics Software, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Video Production, Graphic Design, Marketing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      223 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Identifying, Attracting, and Growing Your Digital Audience

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Marketing, Value Propositions, Brand Management, E-Commerce, Mobile Banking, Branding, Experience Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      295 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Customer-Centric IT Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Process Design, Cybersecurity, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Project Portfolio Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Technical Communication, Value Propositions

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      670 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Electrical Systems, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Equipment Design, Electronic Components

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      EIT Digital

      Value Creation Through Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Business Modeling, Cold Calling, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Technology Roadmaps, Innovation, Sales Process, Technology Strategies, Market Analysis, Target Market, Marketing, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Ideation, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      718 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Crédito y cobranza

      Skills you'll gain: Payment Processing and Collection, Credit Risk, Commercial Lending, Loans, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Consumer Lending, Accounts Receivable, Business Risk Management, Organizational Strategy, Cash Flows

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Google Ads, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Paid media, Pay Per Click Advertising, Customer Retention, Search Engine Optimization, Presentations, Generative AI

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Persuasive Communication, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Philosophy of Science

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework: Infosec
    • Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon: University of Geneva
    • Create a Google Ads Search Campaign: Coursera Project Network
    • Get Started with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Identifying, Attracting, and Growing Your Digital Audience: University of California, Irvine
    • Customer-Centric IT Strategy: University of Virginia
    • Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Value Creation Through Innovation: EIT Digital
    • Crédito y cobranza: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM

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