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      University of California, Davis

      Advanced Content and Social Tactics to Optimize SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Social Media, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Target Audience, Brand Awareness, Influencing, Relationship Building

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Tax, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Administration, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Compensation Management, Human Resource Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Non-Profit Accounting, Payment Processing and Collection, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Specialized Accounting, Record Keeping, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      643 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Marketing Analytics Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Application Programming Interface (API), Personally Identifiable Information, Web Analytics, Information Privacy, Data Integration, Analytics, Facebook, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advertising

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      445 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Communication with Stakeholders

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Strategic Communication, Project Management, Business Communication, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Communication, Relationship Building, Influencing, Program Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Governance

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supplier Management

      Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Performance Management, Vendor Management, Case Studies, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Ethics, Performance Analysis, Operational Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      248 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Communicating with Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Driving Operational Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Operational Performance Management, Capacity Planning, Operational Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Process Optimization, Business Metrics, Business Process Management, Return On Investment, Customer Analysis, Customer Retention, Business Modeling, Resource Allocation, Customer experience improvement

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Innovation Management: Winning in the Age of Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Intellectual Property, Ideation, Organizational Strategy, New Product Development, Human Centered Design, Business Transformation, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Business Process

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Superbosses: Managing Talent & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, People Development, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Team Motivation, Teamwork, People Management, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Creativity, Employee Coaching, Mentorship, Influencing, Employee Retention, Recruitment Strategies, Growth Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Insper

      Capitalismo Consciente

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Organizational Change, Culture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evaluación de inversiones en Bienes de Capital

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Project Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Corporate Finance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Statements, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced Content and Social Tactics to Optimize SEO: University of California, Davis
    • ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Marketing Analytics Foundation: Meta
    • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Communication with Stakeholders: Microsoft
    • Supplier Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Communicating with Presence: IESE Business School
    • Driving Operational Performance: University of Pennsylvania
    • Innovation Management: Winning in the Age of Disruption: University of Leeds
    • Superbosses: Managing Talent & Leadership: Dartmouth College

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