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    Explore music history to understand the evolution of musical styles. Learn about significant periods, composers, and cultural impacts of music.

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      GRAMMY GO

      Building Your Brand, Sustaining Growth and Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Brand Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Persistence, Music Performance, Resilience, Brand Management, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Growth Strategies, Communication Strategies, Budgeting, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Curtis Institute of Music

      Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 3

      Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music History, Music Performance, Art History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Global Systemic Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, International Relations, Governance, World History, Risk Management, Financial Systems, Economics, Socioeconomics, Complex Problem Solving, Supply Chain

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      401 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      PepsiCo

      PepsiCo: Water Stewardship

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Monitoring, Civil Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Reporting, Strategic Planning, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Economics

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Notre Dame

      Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Research, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Discussion Facilitation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Peer Review, Anthropology, Liberal Arts, Public History, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Research, Science and Research, Culture, World History, Student Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      Guitar Chord Voicings: Playing Up The Neck

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, International Relations, International Finance, Socioeconomics, Economics, Governance, World History, Financial Systems, Fiscal Management, Global Marketing, Banking, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Growth Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Guitar Performance Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Oral Expression

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Tenacity, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Lifelong Learning, Courage, Open Mindset, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, World History, Cultural Sensitivity

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Bridge Infrastructure Design

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Practices, Architectural Design, Construction Inspection, Conceptual Design, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, System Monitoring, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Failure Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Continuous Monitoring, Safety Assurance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      東坡詞 (Ci Poetry of Su Dong Po)

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Writing, Storytelling, Lecturing, Creativity, World History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Building Your Brand, Sustaining Growth and Networking: GRAMMY GO
    • Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 3: Curtis Institute of Music
    • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
    • PepsiCo: Water Stewardship: PepsiCo
    • Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an: The University of Notre Dame
    • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
    • Guitar Chord Voicings: Playing Up The Neck: Berklee
    • China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Guitar Performance Techniques: Berklee
    • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System

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