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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Protecting Business Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, E-Commerce, Global Marketing, Brand Management, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Thinking, Price Negotiation, New Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Process, Digital Assets, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Legal Strategy, Commercialization, Case Law, Legal Proceedings, New Product Development, Lawsuits

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      873 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      C Programming for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, System Programming, Java, Performance Tuning, Numerical Analysis, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Global Health Challenges and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Advocacy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Health Systems, Environment, Environmental Policy, Health Care, Immigration Law, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Governance, Environmental Science, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Mitigation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Visual Design, Typography, Adobe InDesign, Content Creation, Design Research, Information Architecture, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      984 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Community Development, Public History, Storytelling, Anthropology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG and Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Insurance, Environmental Resource Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Regulations, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Sustainability Reporting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Ethics, Technology and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Design Process, Business Ethics, Engineering Practices, Research, Conceptual Design, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Mediation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      811 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDHEC Business School

      Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Project Finance, Investment Banking, Securities (Finance), Risk Management, Finance, Corporate Finance, Banking, Loans, Asset Management, Derivatives

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      193 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Arbitration, Mediation, Business Ethics, Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Contract Management, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resources, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      440 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Brightline Initiative

      Bridging the Gap between Strategy Design and Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Plan Execution, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Consulting, Change Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      784 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Anti-Racism

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Diversity Training, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Multimedia

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      302 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Liderazgo Instruccional: Perspectiva Global y Prácticas Locales

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Curriculum Planning, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      734 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Protecting Business Innovation: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • C Programming for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • Global Health Challenges and Governance: Imperial College London
    • Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney: The University of Sydney
    • ESG and Climate Change: University of Pennsylvania
    • Ethics, Technology and Engineering : Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale): EDHEC Business School
    • Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model: University of Michigan
    • Bridging the Gap between Strategy Design and Delivery: Brightline Initiative

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