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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Human Learning

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ESG Challenges and Solutions for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Accountability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Sustainability, Overcoming Objections, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Advocacy, Corporate Strategy, Change Management

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Policy, Public Health, Food and Beverage, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Care Coordination, Health Systems, Health Care, Value-Based Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Telehealth

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      131 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Methodologies, Team Motivation, Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Quality Improvement, Team Management, Benchmarking, Motivational Skills, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Process Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Regression Analysis

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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Siemens

      Introduction to Solid Edge

      Skills you'll gain: Design Software, Data Import/Export, Engineering Software, Technical Design, 3D Assets, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Strategic Brand Management

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Product Lifecycle Management, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Social Media Strategy, Market Share, Value Propositions, Portfolio Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Metrics, Consumer Behaviour, Storytelling, Case Studies

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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Introduction to Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Matlab, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms

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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      The Olympic Games and the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Video Production, Culture, Media Production, Intellectual Property, Brand Management, Storytelling, Digital Communications, Facebook, Branding, Driving engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Project Manager Engagement with Stakeholders

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Strategic Communication, Cultural Diversity, Project Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication, Organizational Structure, Influencing, Relationship Building

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

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Gestión del análisis de datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Statistical Inference, Team Management, Statistical Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Statistics, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Gestão de Projetos de Desenvolvimento

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Risk Management, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Coordination, Scope Management, Project Management, Project Performance, Scheduling, Risk Analysis, Work Breakdown Structure, Procurement, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • ESG Challenges and Solutions for Business: Duke University
    • Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Exam Prep: SkillUp
    • Introduction to Solid Edge: Siemens
    • Strategic Brand Management: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Introduction to Computer Vision: MathWorks
    • The Olympic Games and the Media: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Project Manager Engagement with Stakeholders: Microsoft

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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