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      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Neighborhoods

      Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Case Studies, Community Development, Public Works, Sustainable Design, Environment and Resource Management, Building Codes, Cultural Diversity

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      The University of Sydney

      Creative Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking

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

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      Columbia University

      Pets, Politics and Pandemics

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Financial Services, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Banking, Business Strategy, IT Management, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Structure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Making Your First Virtual Reality Game

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Prototyping, Virtual Environment, Storyboarding, Ideation, Usability Testing, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Data Ethics

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos

      Skills you'll gain: Asset Management, Facility Management and Maintenance, Maintainability, Capacity Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Failure Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Reliability, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Scheduling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Cloud Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, Public Cloud, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Cloud Platforms, Servers, General Networking, Amazon Web Services, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Private Cloud

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Developing a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Crisis Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business, Business Management, Global Marketing, Rapport Building, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leadership Style and Building a High-Performance Team

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Organizational Structure, Delegation Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Organizational Leadership, Engineering Management, Team Building, People Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Virtual Teams, Personal Development, Communication, Self-Awareness

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Understanding Fitness Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Physiology, Adaptability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Goal Setting, Communication, Anatomy

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Digital Channel Planning Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Channel, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Communications, E-Commerce, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Demand Generation, Marketing Analytics, Customer Service, Web Applications

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      UBITS

      Mindfulness para ser más efectivo

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Self-Awareness, Time Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Assertiveness, Stress Management, Resilience, Relationship Building, Initiative and Leadership, Communication, Positivity, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Concentration

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Sustainable Neighborhoods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Creative Thinking and Innovation: The University of Sydney
    • Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Columbia University
    • Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy: Copenhagen Business School
    • Making Your First Virtual Reality Game: University of London
    • Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Cloud Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • English for Developing a Business: University of California, Irvine
    • Leadership Style and Building a High-Performance Team: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Understanding Fitness Programming: National Academy of Sports Medicine

    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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