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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Team Management, Team Building, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process, Production Process, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Preparatory Certificate in Finance and Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Statement Analysis, Annual Reports, Mergers & Acquisitions, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Banking Services, Credit Risk, Loans, Capital Expenditure, Corporate Finance, Banking, Accounting, Capital Markets, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Balance Sheet, Financial Trading, Wealth Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Agile Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Meeting Facilitation, Positivity, Team Building, Resilience, Scrum (Software Development), Team Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Innovation, Sprint Planning, Culture Transformation, Organizational Development, Agile Project Management, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Project Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Creativity, Organizational Effectiveness, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Professional Development, Root Cause Analysis, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Analysis, Analytical Skills

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Managing Employee Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Employee Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Management, Staff Management, Employee Engagement, Goal Setting, Culture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Google SEO Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Social Media, Information Architecture, Generative AI, User Experience

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of New Mexico

      Negocios Internacionales II

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, International Finance, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Structure, Business, Small Business Accounting, Business Management, Market Analysis, Economics, Workforce Management, Cultural Diversity, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics, Business Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      538 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Prioritization, Scheduling, Professional Development, Assertiveness, Time Management, Digital Communications, Productivity, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      Construction Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Construction Management, Real Estate, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Finance, Project Management, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Business Mathematics, Strategic Partnership, Return On Investment, Feasibility Studies

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

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      EDUCBA

      Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Operating Expense, Financial Statement Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Business Metrics, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Forecasting, Income Statement, Working Capital, Trend Analysis, Depreciation, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Estrategias de Negociación

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Contract Negotiation, Diplomacy, Cooperation, Personal Development, Closing (Sales), Teamwork, Professional Development, Strategic Partnership, Interpersonal Communications, Business Strategy, Communication, Relationship Building, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Conflict Management, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies, Overcoming Obstacles

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Accounting, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, Financial Statements, Tax, General Ledger, Tax Compliance, Billing & Invoicing, Finance, Banking

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business writing courses

    • Six Sigma Principles : Kennesaw State University
    • Preparatory Certificate in Finance and Financial Markets: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Agile Leadership: University of Colorado System
    • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine
    • Managing Employee Performance: University of Minnesota
    • Google SEO Fundamentals: University of California, Davis
    • Negocios Internacionales II: University of New Mexico
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • Construction Finance: Columbia University
    • Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast: EDUCBA

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