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    • Status: Free Trial
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      CertNexus

      Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Information Technology, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Negotiation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Negotiation, Communication, Assertiveness, Strategic Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Building, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Thinking, Intercultural Competence, Leadership, Decision Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Advanced Concepts in Time Value of Money (TVM)

      Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Mortgage Loans, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

      Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Service Level Agreement, Data Governance, Systems Development Life Cycle, Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Software Development Life Cycle, IT Management, Systems Development, Incident Management, Problem Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Cryptography, Cloud Management, Software Development Methodologies, Auditing, Risk Management Framework, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Kinesiology, User Research, Decision Making, Human Learning, User Interface (UI), Data Collection, Human Factors Engineering, Human Machine Interfaces, Accident Prevention, Mitigation, Physical Therapy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Data Ethics, AI and Responsible Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Security, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Big Data, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Accountability, Decision Making, Innovation, Algorithms

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Climate Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Community Organizing, Environment, Social Justice, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Public Policies, Education and Training, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Empathy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Big Data, Business Metrics, A/B Testing, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Business Value Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cost Control, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Business Metrics, Growth Strategies, Asset Management, Business Strategies, Operational Efficiency, Expectation Management, Competitive Analysis, Performance Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Higher Education, Student Support and Services, Goal Setting, Research, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      733 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Development of Real-Time Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Simulations, Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Servers

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      540 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

    • Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps: CertNexus
    • Leadership and Negotiation Skills: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Advanced Concepts in Time Value of Money (TVM): University of Michigan
    • CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor: Packt
    • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
    • Data Ethics, AI and Responsible Innovation: The University of Edinburgh
    • Climate Solutions: The University of Edinburgh
    • How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius: Michigan State University
    • A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management: Università Bocconi
    • Business Value Creation: Duke University

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