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      University of Michigan

      GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Solution Design, Automation, Case Studies, Technology Strategies, ChatGPT, Innovation, Responsible AI, Business Workflow Analysis, Digital Transformation, Large Language Modeling, Business Process Management

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Scalable Microservices for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Application Deployment, Software Architecture, API Design, Integrated Development Environments, Scalability, Service Oriented Architecture, Web Applications, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Object-Relational Mapping, Distributed Computing, Application Security

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      58 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      New Space: Access to space - Basics

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Engineering, Strategic Partnership, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Cost Reduction, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Unilever

      Measurement and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Smart Goals, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Autonomous Vehicle Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Control Systems, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanical Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Database Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Vision, Laboratory Experience, Systems Architecture, Distributed Computing, Equipment Design, Data Processing, Global Positioning Systems, Business Intelligence, Automation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Financial Inclusion, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Stakeholder Management, Due Diligence, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Human Resources Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Recruitment, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Organizational Structure, Employee Onboarding, Health Care Administration, Internal Communications, Labor Law

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      软件工程

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Tools, Requirements Analysis, Unified Modeling Language, Development Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Agile Methodology, Functional Requirement, Unit Testing, Agile Software Development, Test Case, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Systems Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Public Speaking with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Create Realistic Reflections with Adobe Photoshop

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Photography, Graphics Software, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Image Quality, Creativity

      2.8
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Materials science, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities: University of Michigan
    • Scalable Microservices for Developers: Vanderbilt University
    • New Space: Access to space - Basics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever
    • Autonomous Vehicle Engineering: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world : University of Cape Town
    • Human Resources Management Essentials: Johns Hopkins University
    • 软件工程: Peking University
    • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • How to Create Realistic Reflections with Adobe Photoshop: Coursera Project Network

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