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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Protecting Business Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, E-Commerce, Global Marketing, Brand Management, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Price Negotiation, New Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Process, Digital Assets, Commercial Laws, Legal Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Commercialization, Case Law, Legal Proceedings, New Product Development, Lawsuits

      4.8
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      873 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      AI Capstone Project with Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Deep Learning, Verification And Validation, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      643 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Vision, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Scenario Testing, Data Structures, Spatial Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      482 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Political Sciences, Leadership, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development, Strategic Partnership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      804 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      C Programming for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, System Programming, Java, Performance Tuning, Numerical Analysis, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algae Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Regulatory Requirements, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Environmental Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      583 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Privacy and Standardisation

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Standard, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Case Law, Medical Privacy, Court Systems, Telecommunications, Legal Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Research, Data Ethics, European History, International Relations, Data Security, Interoperability, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies, World History, Civil Law

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      376 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      First Order Optical System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations, Hardware Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Medical Imaging, System Configuration, Physics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      330 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Understanding Violence

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Conflict Management, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Trauma Care, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Presentation, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Prospecting, Lead Generation, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning in the Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Data Management, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Continuous Monitoring

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

    • Protecting Business Innovation: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • AI Capstone Project with Deep Learning : IBM
    • Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
    • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • C Programming for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Privacy and Standardisation: EIT Digital
    • First Order Optical System Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Understanding Violence: Emory University

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