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      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Psychology, Experimentation, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Strategic Communications

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Leadership, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Active Listening, Culture, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.8
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Policy, Personal protective equipment, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Evolution Today

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Culture, Climate Change Adaptation, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Taxonomy, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Microbiology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      The Kennedy Half Century

      Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, International Relations, Public History, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      501 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Business Value Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Cash Flows, Financial Acumen, Business Valuation, Business Acumen, Cost Control, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Business Metrics, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Expectation Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Microsoft Excel

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Digital Marketing Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Brand Awareness, Digital Media Strategy, MarTech, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Content Creation, Market Trend, Strategic Planning, Social Media Management, Trend Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Cell Biology, Respiration, Pathology, Hematology, Neurology, Cardiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Oncology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Lausanne

      Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Legal Proceedings, Pharmacology, Sports Medicine, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      367 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is Climate Change?

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Persuasive Communication, Environmental Issue, Media and Communications, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Environmental Resource Management, Political Sciences, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Energy and Utilities

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Public Health, Exercise Science, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Medical Science and Research, Pain Management, Research, Immunology, Pharmacology, Risk Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Data Collection, Personal Development, Psychology

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

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      Institute for the Future

      Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Simulations, Creativity, Virtual Reality, Empathy, Strategic Planning, Personal Development, Innovation, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      420 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Brain and Space: Duke University
    • Foundations of Strategic Communications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
    • The Kennedy Half Century: University of Virginia
    • Business Value Creation: Duke University
    • Digital Marketing Trends: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease: University of California, Irvine
    • Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences: University of Lausanne
    • What is Climate Change?: University of Colorado Boulder

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