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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Planning, Search Engine Optimization, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Psychology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technical Management, Media Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Branding, Google Ads, Forecasting

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Impact: Cultural Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Brand Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارات العرض والتقديم | Presentation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Target Audience

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Environmental Regulations, Supplier Relationship Management, Sustainability Reporting, Logistics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارات تنشيط الذاكرة | Memory Enhancing Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Neurology, Social Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      International Marketing & Cross Industry Growth Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Innovation, Promotional Strategies, Market Share, Global Marketing, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies, New Product Development, Product Improvement, Benchmarking, Product Strategy, Brand Strategy, Growth Strategies, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      إنشاء تصاميم تسويقية لمنصات التواصل الإجتماعي على Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Presentations, Animations, Social Media Content, LinkedIn, Marketing Design, Social Media, Instagram, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Marketing Materials, Marketing Budgets, Graphic Design, Marketing

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      6 reviews

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Program Management and the Art of Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Storytelling, Target Audience, Cultural Diversity, Information Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Communication, Virtual Teams

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mechanics, Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Estimation

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

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      SkillUp

      Practice Exam for CAPM Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Schedules, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Leadership

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Promoción de Habilidades Socioemocionales

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Instructional Design, Social Skills, Training Programs, Personal Development, Course Development, Emotional Intelligence, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Networking and Security in iOS Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, iOS Development, JSON, Objective-C (Programming Language), OAuth, Authentications, Mobile Development, Single Sign-On (SSO), Secure Coding, Data Store, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      254 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Global Impact: Cultural Psychology: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • مهارات العرض والتقديم | Presentation Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Sustainable Supply Chains: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • مهارات تنشيط الذاكرة | Memory Enhancing Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • International Marketing & Cross Industry Growth Capstone Project : Yonsei University
    • إنشاء تصاميم تسويقية لمنصات التواصل الإجتماعي على Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots : Northwestern University
    • Practice Exam for CAPM Certification: SkillUp

    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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