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      University of Alberta

      Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Physiology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Digital Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Content, Cross-Channel Marketing, Content Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Brand Marketing, Market Research, Graphic and Visual Design, Generative AI, Performance Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      291 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of North Texas

      Math Prep: College & Work Ready

      Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Geometry, Statistics, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      317 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

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

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      The World Bank Group

      From Climate Science to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Development, Environment, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities, Water Resource Management, Scientific Methods, Policy Analysis, Cooperation, Collaboration, Policy Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      472 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      American Contract Law I

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Commercial Laws, Legal Research, Contract Review, Case Studies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Patient Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Conflict Management, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Data Analysis Software, Project Planning, Patient-centered Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Affairs, Infection Control, Crisis Intervention, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Emergency Response, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Immunology, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Social Sciences, Health Care, Health Systems, International Relations, Community Health, Patient Treatment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economic Development, International Finance, Financial Policy, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Accounting, Growth Strategies, Critical Thinking

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Public Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      186 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Social Media Marketing in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Digital Media Strategy, Facebook, Content Marketing, Instagram, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Social Media Content, Target Audience, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Content, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

    • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta
    • Adobe Digital Marketing Strategy: Adobe
    • Math Prep: College & Work Ready: University of North Texas
    • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
    • From Climate Science to Action: The World Bank Group
    • American Contract Law I: Yale University
    • Patient Safety: Johns Hopkins University
    • Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !: University of Geneva
    • Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking: University of Michigan

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