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      SAS

      Launching Machine Learning: Delivering Operational Success with Gold Standard ML Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Performance Measurement, Predictive Modeling, Leadership and Management, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Fraud detection, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Priorities, Data Science

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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Multiple educators

      Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Design, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Development, Energy and Utilities, Sustainability Standards, Business Reporting, Annual Reports, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Product Engineering, Leadership, Environment, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Engineering

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      112 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, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

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      33 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Net-Zero Building Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Building Design, Water Sustainability, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Design, Water Resource Management, Thermal Management, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Resilience, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Engineering, Electrical Systems, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations

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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Investments, Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Build an Executive Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Brand Awareness, Return On Investment, Leadership, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Assertiveness, Communication, Adaptability

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Diseños de Marketing en Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Marketing Design, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media, Design, Typography, Data Import/Export, Marketing

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      Packt

      Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Documentation, Requirements Management, Scope Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Kanban Principles, Business Process Modeling, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Project Schedules, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Management Software, Communication Planning, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Registration

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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Storage and Queries

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Query Languages, Data Lakes, Database Systems, SQL, Databases, Database Management Systems, Data Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Warehousing, Amazon Web Services, Apache Spark, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Developing AR/VR/MR/XR Apps with WebXR, Unity & Unreal

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Cross Platform Development, Application Development, Prototyping, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Interface (UI), Web Development Tools

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain for Global Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Financial Inclusion, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, E-Commerce, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Financial Services, Network Security, Data Integrity, Computer Security, Transaction Processing, Scalability, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Public Health, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Radiation Protection, Water Quality, Community Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Launching Machine Learning: Delivering Operational Success with Gold Standard ML Leadership: SAS
    • Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis
    • Net-Zero Building Fundamentals: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis: Interactive Brokers
    • How to Build an Executive Presence: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Crea Diseños de Marketing en Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM): Packt
    • Data Storage and Queries: DeepLearning.AI
    • Developing AR/VR/MR/XR Apps with WebXR, Unity & Unreal: University of Michigan

    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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