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    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication

    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 Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails

    Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Business Writing, English Language, Language Competency, Writing, Business Communication, Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Databases, Cloud Applications, Web Applications, Application Deployment, Authentications, UI Components, Model View Controller, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Responsive Web Design, Content Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    339 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Foundations for Business: Intro to AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Generative AI, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Data Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Market Opportunities, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    98K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    DeepLearning.AI Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, LLM Application, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Databases, Test Automation, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, Application Design, Technical Documentation, Generative AI, Database Management, Software Design, Code Review, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    707 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Research, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Communication, Professional Networking, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    517 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Utrecht University

    Understanding child development: from synapse to society

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Speech Language Pathology, Developmental Disabilities, Systems Thinking, Pediatrics, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    436 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build your business brand using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Target Audience, Social Media Content, Marketing Materials, Social Media, Scheduling, Presentations, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Workflow Management, Performance Metric, Team Oriented, Backlogs, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Prioritization, Estimation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Command-Line Interface

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    643 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management Systems, Business Writing, Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    240 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business development courses

  • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails: University of Washington
  • Django Application Development with SQL and Databases: IBM
  • IBM AI Foundations for Business: Intro to AI Strategy: IBM
  • DeepLearning.AI Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future: University of Copenhagen
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails: University of Washington
  • Understanding child development: from synapse to society: Utrecht University
  • Build your business brand using Canva: Coursera
  • Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum: IBM

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