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      Arizona State University

      Communicating Your Best Self

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Professionalism, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ball State University

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Natural Language Processing, Data Science, Scripting, NumPy, Debugging, Data Manipulation

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Lifelong Learning, ChatGPT, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      La solución del conflicto ético

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Clinical Experience, Conflict Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Lifelong Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      469 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Cyber Security in Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Authentications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      648 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Unix System Basics

      Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Unix Commands, Unix, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, File Systems, Linux, Operating Systems, Systems Administration, Authorization (Computing), File Management, Data Storage

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leadership and Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Personal Development, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Team Building, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

      Introduction to Data Analytics for Accounting Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Data, Business Analytics, Data Strategy, Analytical Skills, Project Design, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Project Implementation, Project Scoping, Unstructured Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Planning, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Job Analysis, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Microsoft Excel, Self-Awareness

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Writing, Syllabus Development, Student Engagement, Writing and Editing, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Teaching, Developing Training Materials, Storytelling, Empowerment, Differentiated Instruction, Course Development, Mentorship, Language Competency, Creativity, Constructive Feedback

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Basics

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Editing, Mainframe Computing, Business Logic, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computational Logic, Data Storage, Debugging, Procedure Development, Program Implementation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Adaptability, Business Priorities, Professional Development, Productivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Personal Development, Business Strategies, Resilience, Self-Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self-starter courses

    • Communicating Your Best Self : Arizona State University
    • Introduction to Programming: Ball State University
    • Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • La solución del conflicto ético: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Cyber Security in Manufacturing : University at Buffalo
    • Unix System Basics: Codio
    • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Data Analytics for Accounting Professionals: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
    • How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
    • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University

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