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      Arizona State University

      Strategic Thinking for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Influencing, Visionary, Storytelling, Optimism, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Active Listening, Empathy, Game Theory, Interpersonal Communications, Systems Thinking, Data Validation, Investigation, Contingency Planning, Creative Thinking, Business Strategy, Cognitive flexibility, Proactivity, Business Research

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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Dimensionality Reduction

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      259 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Graph Theory, Logical Reasoning, Combinatorics, Information Technology, Algebra, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Arithmetic, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy: The Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Economics, Electrical Power, Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Innovation, Business Economics, Emerging Technologies, Chemistry, Physics

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

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      University of North Texas

      Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Decision Making, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sample Size Determination, Systems Thinking, Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      409 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Cost Management, Design Reviews, Scope Management, Change Control, Risk Management, Budget Management, Test Engineering, Functional Requirement, Systems Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Requirements Management, Systems Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, Requirements Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Product Requirements, Reliability

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Amsterdam

      Logic for Economists

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      295 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Leading People and Teams Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Personal Development, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Talent Management, Team Management, Team Building, Coaching

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      549 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Intellectual Humility: Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Open Mindset, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Scientific Methods, Surveys, Psychology, Software Testing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Piano Scales for Modern Music

      Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Understanding Korean Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      275 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Unordered Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Algorithms, Data Access, Programming Principles, System Design and Implementation, C++ (Programming Language)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

    • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
    • 离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality: Peking University
    • Energy: The Enterprise: University at Buffalo
    • Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery: University of North Texas
    • Introduction to Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
    • Leading People and Teams Capstone: University of Michigan
    • Intellectual Humility: Theory: The University of Edinburgh
    • Piano Scales for Modern Music: Berklee

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