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      Packt

      Learn Midjourney For Your Future 6 Figure Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Content Creation, Entrepreneurship

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Houdini Dynamics & Cloth: Simulate Cinematic FX

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Animations, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulations, Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Scripting, Debugging

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Biology, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Fundamentals of UI/UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Centered Design, Wireframing, Interaction Design, Usability Testing, User Research, Information Architecture, Generative AI

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Code Review, Unit Testing, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Algorithms, File Systems, Computational Thinking, Software Technical Review, Integration Testing, Software Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Object Oriented Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Encryption, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Excel Macros, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Sharing, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Organizational Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Motivational Skills, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Document Management, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Information Management, File Management, Creativity, Data Processing, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      880 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Figma Pro Pt. 2: Interactions, Prototyping & UI Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, Typography, Interaction Design, Mockups, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, Animations, User Flows

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Active Listening, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Collaboration, Planning, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

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

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      University of Virginia

      Foundations of Business Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Market Analysis, Analysis, Value Propositions

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative thinking courses

    • Learn Midjourney For Your Future 6 Figure Career: Packt
    • Houdini Dynamics & Cloth: Simulate Cinematic FX: EDUCBA
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
    • Fundamentals of UI/UX Design: Microsoft
    • C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Object Oriented Programming in Java: University of California San Diego
    • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Organizational Leadership: Northwestern University
    • ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University
    • Figma Pro Pt. 2: Interactions, Prototyping & UI Motion: Skillshare

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