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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Amazon CloudWatch, Identity and Access Management, Organizational Structure, Cloud Solutions, Continuous Monitoring, Account Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Database Application, Databases, Object Oriented Design, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Harder Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Communication, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Kennesaw State University

      Road to the CISO – Culminating Project Course

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Contingency Planning, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cyber Risk, Information Technology, Staff Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Functional Programming with Java and Threads

      Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design, Algorithms

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Envisioning Educational Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Social Justice, World History, Systems Analysis, Community Development, Leadership, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Discussion Facilitation, Advocacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      برمج بنفسك! مقدمة حول البرمجة

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Animation and Game Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Fundamentals of Management and Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Modeling, Business Process, Organizational Structure, Project Design, Project Management, Business Management, Operations Management, Business Strategy, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Innovation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Learn Advanced React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Debugging, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Routing Protocols, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns, UI Components, Authentications, Javascript, Application Performance Management, Real Time Data, Data Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Data in a Model Car Database with MySQL Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Database Design, SQL, Analytical Skills, Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Relational Databases

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Criatividade e Inovação Organizacional

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Operational Excellence, Value Propositions, Business Process Management, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Product Development, Emerging Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      إنشاء تصاميم تسويقية مذهلة باستخدام كانفا

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Color Matching, Graphic Design, Design, User Accounts

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization: Coursera Project Network
    • Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases: LearnQuest
    • The Harder Side of Science Communication : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Road to the CISO – Culminating Project Course: Kennesaw State University
    • Functional Programming with Java and Threads: Vanderbilt University
    • Envisioning Educational Transformation: University of Michigan
    • برمج بنفسك! مقدمة حول البرمجة: The University of Edinburgh
    • Fundamentals of Management and Organizations: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Learn Advanced React: Scrimba
    • Analyze Data in a Model Car Database with MySQL Workbench: Coursera Project Network

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