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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Developing a Program for Your Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Internet Of Things, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Business Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Information Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Mobile Security, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Cyber Risk

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Gobierno Corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Governance, Corporate Accounting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Regulation, Accountability, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Ethics, Organizational Structure, Corporate Communications, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Auditing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI CERTs

    Blockchain for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Leadership, FinTech, Strategic Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Business, Security Controls, Business Planning, Health Technology, Emerging Technologies, Supply Chain Management, Governance, Financial Services, Interoperability, Cryptography, Cloud Computing, Distributed Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Survey Creation, Health Policy, Sampling (Statistics), Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Equity, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Maternal Health, Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Research Design, Nutritional Assessment, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Construction Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Project Controls, Construction, Project Schedules, Energy and Utilities, Project Risk Management, Cost Estimation, Construction Engineering, Cost Management, Sustainable Architecture, Change Control, Contract Management, Engineering Management, Project Management, Timelines, Scheduling, Sustainable Technologies, Facility Management, Leadership Development, Communication Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Transformación digital de Gobiernos

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Big Data, Interoperability, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Human Resources Management and Planning, Analytics, Data Security, Project Design, Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Administration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Governance, Program Evaluation, Economic Development, Process Improvement, Project Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Financing Infrastructure in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Fiscal Management, Case Studies, Community Development, Decision Making, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Economics, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

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

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: When Markets Fail

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Economics, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Market Share, Competitive Analysis, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Consumer Behaviour

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    655 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    U.S. Taxation of International Transactions

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Laws, Corporate Tax, Tax, Tax Planning, International Finance, Income Tax, Tax Compliance, Regulatory Compliance

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Clinical Trials, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pre-Clinical Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Community Health, Drug Development, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Procurement for Governments

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Sourcing, Governance, Compliance Training, Contract Management, Supply Chain, Stakeholder Management, Accountability, Due Diligence, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AAPC

    Introduction to Certified Professional Biller

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Patient Registration, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Office Procedures, Health Systems, Medicare, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Insurance, Administration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular government courses

  • Cybersecurity: Developing a Program for Your Business: Kennesaw State University
  • Gobierno Corporativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Blockchain for Leaders: AI CERTs
  • Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Construction Management Fundamentals: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Transformación digital de Gobiernos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Financing Infrastructure in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Microeconomics: When Markets Fail: University of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. Taxation of International Transactions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Translational Science: University of Michigan

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