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      Corporate Finance Institute

      SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Business Intelligence, Query Languages, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Object-Oriented Python: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, File Management, Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Philanthropy, Positivity, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Planning, Behavioral Economics, Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Generative Leadership: Inspiring Adaptability in an AI World

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Open Mindset, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Case Studies, Innovation, Change Management, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Star Schema, Data Visualization Software, MicroStrategy, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Case Studies, PostgreSQL, SQL, Analytical Skills, Data Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      292 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Personal Development, Working With Children, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Meal Planning And Preparation, First Aid, Record Keeping

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Advanced Topics in Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Unlock the Power of Data with Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Literacy, Business Intelligence, Data Processing, Data Collection, Business Analytics, Data Transformation, Data Visualization Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to APIs in Google

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, JSON, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Google Cloud Platform, Software Architecture, Authentications, Network Protocols

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Customer Service in the Age of Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Customer Communications Management, Persona Development, Customer Engagement, Generative AI, Customer Service, Target Audience, Customer experience improvement, Customer Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Improvement

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Effective Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Business Correspondence, Teamwork, Virtual Teams, Self-Awareness, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Ethical Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self improvement courses

    • SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Object-Oriented Python: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
    • The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good: University of Pennsylvania
    • Generative Leadership: Inspiring Adaptability in an AI World: University of Michigan
    • Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation: University of Colorado System
    • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
    • Advanced Topics in Artificial Intelligence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Unlock the Power of Data with Power BI: Microsoft
    • Introduction to APIs in Google: Google Cloud
    • Customer Service in the Age of Generative AI : University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

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