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      DeepLearning.AI

      Build Better Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      682 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Risking, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Information Privacy, Automation, Workforce Development, Accountability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      262 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Care, Preventative Care, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Medical Science and Research, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Psychology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Change, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      465 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Automate Blog Advertisements with Zapier

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Social Media Management, Facebook, Social Media, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Automation, Content Management Systems, User Accounts, Advertising, Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Nanjing University

      Data Processing Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      376 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Branding, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Marketing, Content Creation, Web Design and Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      368 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to design Facebook/IG Stories using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Multimedia, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Photo Editing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media, Brand Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Branding, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Care Management, Patient Evaluation, Patient Advocacy, Active Listening, Compassion, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Psychiatric Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Care Coordination, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      487 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business, Capital Budgeting, Governance, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Global Disease Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Cardiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Chronic Diseases, Microbiology, Health Care, Community Health, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Health Education, Health Assessment, Internal Medicine, Public Policies, Trend Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Build Better Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
    • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
    • Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease: The University of Sydney
    • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
    • Automate Blog Advertisements with Zapier : Coursera Project Network
    • Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
    • Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix: Coursera Project Network
    • How to design Facebook/IG Stories using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Brand Awareness Using Digital Brand Activation: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System

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