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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Machine Learning, Intellectual Property, Information Privacy, Workforce Management, Workforce Development, Safety and Security

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Supervised Learning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Campus BBVA

      El ABC de la sostenibilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Natural Resource Management, Social Justice, Stakeholder Engagement, Economic Development, Performance Measurement, International Relations, Diversity and Inclusion

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      330 reviews

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      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Performance Management, Management Accounting, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Governance, Finance, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics, Storytelling, Market Analysis

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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Socioeconomics, Resource Management, Strategic Partnership, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Stakeholder Management, Due Diligence, Contract Management

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Job Control Language (JCL), Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture

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      141 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      The Payroll Cycle

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Compensation Management, Record Keeping, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Timelines, Data Security

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      Macquarie University

      Marketing analytics: Know your customers

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Marketing, Customer Data Management, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Predictive Analytics, Consumer Behaviour, Big Data, Data Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications

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      Coursera

      Navigating Generative AI for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Growth Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Customer experience improvement, Business Solutions, Business Ethics, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Communication, Communication, Governance, Internal Communications, Strategic Leadership

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      Wesleyan University

      Capstone: Your Story

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Compensation Strategy, Talent Management, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Workforce Development, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Negotiation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Negotiation, Communication, Assertiveness, Strategic Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Building, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Thinking, Intercultural Competence, Leadership, Decision Making

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
    • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
    • El ABC de la sostenibilidad : Campus BBVA
    • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
    • Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world : University of Cape Town
    • Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Payroll Cycle: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Marketing analytics: Know your customers: Macquarie University
    • Navigating Generative AI for Leaders: Coursera
    • Capstone: Your Story: Wesleyan University

    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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