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    • U

      University of London

      Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Statistics, NumPy, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      719 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Archaeoastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Anthropology, Physical Science, Culture, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      T

      The University of Sydney

      Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Empoderamiento juvenil y Educación social

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Empowerment, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Student Engagement, Disabilities, Pedagogy, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The State University of New York

      International Cyber Conflicts

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Diplomacy, Infrastructure Architecture, Conflict Management, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

      Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture, Economics, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      801 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Paid media, Talent Management, People Management, Forecasting, Earned Media, Organizational Structure, Public Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Economics, Patient Education And Counseling, Program Evaluation, Preventative Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      453 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Diseño y Gestión de Proyectos de Desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Scoping, Project Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Communication Planning, Program Evaluation, Procurement, Budget Management, Project Planning, Continuous Monitoring, Program Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      469 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Project Scoping, Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Project Performance, Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • H

      HEC Paris

      Devenir entrepreneur du changement

      Skills you'll gain: Project Implementation, Entrepreneurship, Self-Awareness, Ideation, Personal Development, New Business Development, Empowerment, Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Initiative and Leadership, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      625 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python: University of London
    • Archaeoastronomy: Politecnico di Milano
    • Problem-Solving Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Empoderamiento juvenil y Educación social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
    • Russian History: from Lenin to Putin: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies: University of Pennsylvania
    • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
    • Diseño y Gestión de Proyectos de Desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network

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