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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Active Optical Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Display Devices, Semiconductors, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, Technical Design, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Equipment Design, Image Quality, Materials science, Technology Solutions, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Emerging Technologies, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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      3.9
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      107 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Report Writing, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Case Studies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Meteor.js Development

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Authentications, Web Development, Database Application, User Accounts, Application Security, Package and Software Management, Javascript, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, World History, Art History, Writing, Liberal Arts, Timelines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      175 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Big Interview

      The Art of the Job Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Networking, Recruitment, LinkedIn, Verbal Communication Skills, Job Analysis, Communication, Professional Development, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Storytelling, Enthusiasm

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Supervised Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Proposal Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Leadership and Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Systems Thinking, Proposal Writing, Occupational Safety And Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Effective Sales – An Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Relationship Building, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Python and Pandas for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, NumPy, Data Import/Export, Integrated Development Environments, Virtual Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Job Analysis, Communication, Business Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Team Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Organizational Leadership, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Change, Creativity, Team Building, Decision Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Peer Review, Business Writing, Project Design, Data Presentation, Graphic Design, Microsoft PowerPoint, Branding, Communication, Public Speaking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Introduction to Meteor.js Development : University of London
    • Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor: Universidad de los Andes
    • The Art of the Job Interview: Big Interview
    • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
    • Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent: University of Colorado System
    • Effective Sales – An Overview: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Python and Pandas for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews: Coursera Project Network

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