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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Methods, Energy and Utilities

      4.8
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Data Manipulation, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea tu presencia en redes sociales para tu negocio en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Content Creation, Target Audience, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Goal Setting, Marketing Materials, Branding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      ISC2

      Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Recommender Systems: Evaluation and Metrics

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Metric, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Customer Engagement

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Financial Markets and Instruments

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Decision Making, Finance, Business Valuation, Capital Markets, Return On Investment, Equities, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Investments, Risk Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cash Flows, Social Sciences

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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get Started with Facebook Ads Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Account Management, Advertising, Social Media Management, Digital Advertising, User Accounts, Social Media, Social Media Marketing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Game Theory, Market Analysis, Business Economics, Resource Allocation, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Regulation, Business Planning, Emerging Technologies, Video Production, Innovation, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Encryption Standard, Banking, Machine Learning, New Business Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Value Propositions, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, C# (Programming Language), Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, UI Components, Interactive Design, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      464 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Crea tu presencia en redes sociales para tu negocio en Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Network Security: ISC2
    • Recommender Systems: Evaluation and Metrics: University of Minnesota
    • Financial Markets and Instruments: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Get Started with Facebook Ads Manager: Coursera Project Network
    • Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings : University of Washington

    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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