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      Northwestern University

      ¿Qué son los medios sociales?

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Customer Engagement, Instagram, LinkedIn, Marketing, Facebook, Professional Networking, Content Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Emerging Technologies, Peer Review

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Teamwork and Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Teamwork, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Collaboration, Storytelling, Decision Making

      4.6
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      Packt

      IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, System Support

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Project Approaches, Lifecycles, and Agile Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Lean Methodologies, Agile Product Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Scaled Agile Framework, Workflow Management, Sprint Planning, Project Planning, Backlogs, Change Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Team Leadership

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Development Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Economics, Human Capital, Policy Analysis, Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Regression Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Advanced Speaking and Listening Project

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Planning, Organizational Skills, Detail Oriented, Creativity

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Change Control, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Change Management, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Planning, Project Documentation, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Leadership and Management, Communication, Process Improvement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Developing a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business, Business Management, Global Marketing, Rapport Building, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Grammar

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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:管理与领导力英语 Management & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Employee Coaching, Concision, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Communication, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Team Building, Communication, Business Correspondence, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary

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      Institute for the Future

      Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Proactivity, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Goal Setting, Leadership, Storytelling, Cultural Responsiveness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Software Installation, System Configuration, Development Environment, Performance Tuning

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Environmental Issue, Solution Design, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Sustainability, Human Centered Design, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Market Research, Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, Needs Assessment, Qualitative Research, Cultural Sensitivity

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • ¿Qué son los medios sociales?: Northwestern University
    • Teamwork and Creativity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials: Packt
    • Project Approaches, Lifecycles, and Agile Implementation: LearnKartS
    • Development Economics: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Advanced Speaking and Listening Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • English for Developing a Business: University of California, Irvine
    • 商务英语课程:管理与领导力英语 Management & Leadership: Arizona State University
    • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future

    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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