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      University of Pennsylvania

      Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Agentic systems, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Culture, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

      4.6
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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Michigan

      Social Determinants of Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Journalism, Emerging Technologies, Education and Training, Job Analysis, Marketing, Economics, Analysis, Critical Thinking

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Creating a Social Business

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Sustainable Development, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Case Studies, Complex Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Root Cause Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Innovation, Business, Economics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Labor and the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Automation, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workforce Planning, Socioeconomics, Data Ethics, Leadership and Management, Change Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL, Python Programming, Customer Relationship Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Through Social Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Social Skills, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Behavioral Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Yale University

      Music and Social Action

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG and Social Activism

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Risk Management, Business Metrics

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Évaluation & Mesure d'Impact Social

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Needs Assessment, Sustainable Development, Return On Investment, Data Collection, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research, Organizational Change, Resource Allocation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Interacción social y cultura organizacional

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Qualitative Research, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Culture, Social Sciences, Employee Engagement, Sociology, Sustainable Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
    • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
    • Social Determinants of Health : University of Michigan
    • Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks: University of Michigan
    • Creating a Social Business: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Generative AI: Labor and the Future of Work: University of Michigan
    • Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery: Google Cloud
    • Leadership Through Social Influence: Northwestern University
    • Music and Social Action: Yale University
    • ESG and Social Activism: University of Pennsylvania

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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