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      University of California, Irvine

      Управление рисками проекта и изменениями

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Analysis, Cost Management, Communication, Management Reporting

      4.8
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      85 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Integral Calculus through Data and Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Probability, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Spatial Data Analysis, Physics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

      4.8
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      33 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Purchasing, Procurement, Consolidation, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Management, Supplier Management, Corporate Sustainability, Knowledge Transfer, Diversity Programs, Performance Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Western Australia

      Understanding Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement, Data Collection, Recruitment Strategies, Recruitment, Business Metrics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Multichannel Marketing - Email, Content and Mobile Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, HubSpot CRM, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Web Content, Paid media, Content Creation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Planning, Customer experience improvement, Digital Marketing, A/B Testing, Customer Relationship Management, UI/UX Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Project Management: Control using the Earned Value and Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Project Risk Management, Project Closure, Earned Value Management, Cost Management, Cost Control, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Planning, Business Management, Performance Metric, Forecasting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Business Strategies, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Environment and Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Business Ethics, Environmental Policy, Compliance Training, Governance, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Communication, Trend Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Xbox

      Digital and Print Media Design

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Style Guides, Digital Design, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Design, Photo Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, File Management, Color Theory

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Creativity, Rapport Building, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      475 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Identifying Patient Populations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Bioinformatics, Data Processing, Data Science, Health Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Big Data, Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Medical Records

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Управление рисками проекта и изменениями: University of California, Irvine
    • Integral Calculus through Data and Modeling: Johns Hopkins University
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis
    • Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Understanding Diversity and Inclusion: University of Western Australia
    • Multichannel Marketing - Email, Content and Mobile Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Project Management: Control using the Earned Value and Risk: Politecnico di Milano
    • Introduction to Corporate Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business: Duke University
    • Digital and Print Media Design: Xbox

    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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