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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy Systems Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Return On Investment, System Configuration

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Spanish Vocabulary Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Research

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology, Problem Management

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Emory University

      So You Think You Know Tango?

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Virtual Teams, Workforce Planning, Professional Development, Team Building, Innovation, Change Management, Professional Networking, Employee Onboarding, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Learning Strategies, Stress Management, Time Management, Branding, Analysis

      3.9
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      107 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Química, guerra y ética

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Corporate Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Structure, Crisis Management, Accountability, Financial Reporting

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environment, Economics, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry, Emerging Technologies

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Protecting Business Innovations via Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Global Marketing, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Intellectual Property, Price Negotiation, New Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Resource Management, Resource Utilization

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 3: How Does It All End?

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Psychology, Education and Training, Science and Research, Ancient History, Neurology, Legal Proceedings

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Materials science, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

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      The University of Chicago

      Critical Issues in Urban Education

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Public History, Higher Education, Social Studies, Common Core Standards, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Research, Governance, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular global history courses

    • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
    • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
    • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
    • So You Think You Know Tango?: Emory University
    • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Exam Prep: Board Infinity
    • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Corporate Governance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Protecting Business Innovations via Strategy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 3: How Does It All End?: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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