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      University at Buffalo

      Blockchain Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Network Protocols, Encryption, Distributed Computing, FinTech, Virtual Environment, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Machines, Verification And Validation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Politècnica de València

      Introduction to SQL and relational databases

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Integrity, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Databases, Query Languages, Database Design, Web Applications, Application Security, Server Side, Data Manipulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillsBooster Academy

      ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, DeepSeek: Marketing Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Marketing, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Strategic Marketing, Content Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Marketing, Persona Development, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Automation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytics, Graphic and Visual Design, Creativity, Natural Language Processing, Personal Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The Law of England and Wales: An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Court Systems, Case Law, Legal Strategy, Civil Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Appeals, Litigation and Civil Justice, Civil Procedures, Political Sciences, Social Justice

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Programming Generative AI: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Data Manipulation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Financial Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Revenue Recognition, Depreciation

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Responsive Web Design, Human Centered Design, Design, Web Design and Development, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking, Usability Testing, User Research, Prototyping

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Wind Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Engineering, Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, High Voltage, Systems Engineering, Materials science, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Structural Analysis, Financial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Failure Analysis

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Positivity, Optimism, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Communication

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      University of New Mexico

      International Business II

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Business Management, New Business Development, Business, Organizational Structure, Intercultural Competence, Workforce Management, Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Economics, Market Dynamics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Khalifa University

      Environmental Protection and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Emergency Response, Regulatory Compliance, Hazard Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Risk Management, Waste Minimization

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      University of California, Davis

      Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing and Editing, Language Competency, Research, Writing

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

    • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Introduction to SQL and relational databases: Universitat Politècnica de València
    • ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, DeepSeek: Marketing Tools: SkillsBooster Academy
    • The Law of England and Wales: An Introduction: University of Cambridge
    • Programming Generative AI: Unit 1: Pearson
    • Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
    • Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs: Google
    • Wind Energy: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills: University of Pennsylvania
    • International Business II: University of New Mexico

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