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      Skillshare

      Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Blogs, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Web Analytics, Content Management, Target Audience, Google Analytics, Auditing, Content Performance Analysis, Writing, Editing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Drive Engagement

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Peking University

      Chinese for HSK 6

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Writing, Language Competency, Literacy, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      500 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Maximize Productivity With AI Tools

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Business Workflow Analysis, Generative AI, Process Optimization, Productivity Software, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Communication Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Research, Writing, Communication, English Language, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Writing, Generative AI, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Staff Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      555 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Revisão Sistemática e Meta-análise

      Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Data Collection, Research, Research Design, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Clinical Research, Quantitative Research, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Report Writing, Data Quality, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis, Qualitative Research, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Automation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      El Abogado del Futuro: Legaltech y la Transformación Digital del Derecho

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Digital Transformation, Blockchain, Law Practice Management Software, Legal Research, Emerging Technologies, Legal Writing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Automation, Court Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Éxito Profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Business Writing, Critical Thinking, Cash Management, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Time Management, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Project Schedules, Feasibility Studies, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling, Goal Setting, Project Management, Staff Management, Finance, Change Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Periodismo digital y combate a las fake news

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Investigation, Media and Communications, Writing, Interviewing Skills, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Cybersecurity, Storytelling, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Fraud detection, Diversity Awareness, Editing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      662 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la escritura académica

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Language Competency

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success: Skillshare
    • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
    • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools: Google
    • Communication Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Generative AI for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
    • Revisão Sistemática e Meta-análise: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • El Abogado del Futuro: Legaltech y la Transformación Digital del Derecho: Universidad Austral
    • Éxito Profesional: University of California, Irvine

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