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      Case Western Reserve University

      Introduction to International Criminal Law

      Skills you'll gain: Trial Preparation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Legal Hearings, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Diplomacy, Public Safety and National Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interactive Learning, Case Studies, Student Engagement

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Community Development, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Water Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      734 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Gender Equality

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Disabilities, Sociology, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Media and Communications, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Change, Stress Management, Personal Development, Compassion, Resilience, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Organizational Leadership, Empathy, Optimism, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership and Management, Positivity, Visionary, Leadership, Relationship Building, Mindfulness, Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Culture, European History, World History, Psychology, Political Sciences, Sociology, Social Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      366 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Cybersecurity Career Ladder

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Priorities, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, Security Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Assessment, Interviewing and Onboarding

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment Strategies, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing Skills, Employee Onboarding

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Everyday Chinese Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, General Medicine, Health Care, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Physical Therapy, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Case Western Reserve University

      Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Business Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Interviewing Skills, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Attracting and Sourcing Diverse Candidates

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Talent Acquisition, Diversity Awareness, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Media

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, European History, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Sociology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Pollution Prevention, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Adaptation, Biology, Community Organizing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

    • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University
    • Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050: University of Western Australia
    • Gender Equality: University of Western Australia
    • Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional: Case Western Reserve University
    • The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2): Wesleyan University
    • The Cybersecurity Career Ladder: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Assessment, Interviewing and Onboarding: University of Western Australia
    • Everyday Chinese Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry: Case Western Reserve University
    • Attracting and Sourcing Diverse Candidates: University of Western Australia

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