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      IBM

      DataOps Methodology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Literacy, Data Integration, Metadata Management, Data Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Taxonomy, Business Priorities, Data Pipelines, Sprint Retrospectives, Process Improvement, Sprint Planning

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Cognitive flexibility

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Productivity Software, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Pivot Tables And Charts, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Loans, Cash Flows

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      Deep Learning for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Strategy, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      684 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Aptly

      Land Your Next Role

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Professionalism, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Workflow Management

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Process Design, Business Process Management, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management, Team Leadership, Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

      Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Pain Management, Nursing Practices, Clinical Practices, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      494 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Career Options: Exploring a New Career

      Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Business Research, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Creativity, Trend Analysis

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Your World and What Shapes It

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Adaptability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Interactive Learning, Political Sciences, Economics, Education and Training, Personal Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      625 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Tu consultorio de Coaching en las ondas

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Employee Coaching, Proactivity, Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management, Communication, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Adaptability, Diversity and Inclusion, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      509 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • DataOps Methodology : IBM
    • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
    • A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass: Illinois Tech
    • Deep Learning for Business: Yonsei University
    • Land Your Next Role: Aptly
    • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Introduction to Workflow Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils: University of Minnesota
    • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
    • Your World and What Shapes It: University of Colorado Boulder

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