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    Results for "independent thinking"

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      University of California, Davis

      Social Network Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Scientific Methods, Simulations

      4.7
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      237 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Natural Language Processing, Data Quality, Anomaly Detection, Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, OpenAI, Data Pipelines, Prompt Engineering, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Communication, Data Validation, Large Language Modeling

      4.6
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      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Back-End

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing a Systems Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Systems Thinking, Rapport Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Complex Problem Solving, Diversity Awareness, Project Design, Consultative Approaches, Open Mindset, Project Management, Collaboration

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Global Marketing, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Culture, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      211 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Geodesign: Change Your World

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Design Thinking, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Community Development, Collaborative Software, Environment and Resource Management, Decision Support Systems, Creativity, Cultural Responsiveness

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Need for Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, Engineering Practices, Product Lifecycle Management, Engineering Management, Risk Management Framework, Systems Integration, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Requirements Analysis

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Performance Tuning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

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      University of California San Diego

      Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      竞争策略(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Competitive Analysis, New Product Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Go To Market Strategy, Product Design, Innovation, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      498 reviews

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      Duke University

      Agile Decision-Making Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Pensamiento de diseño para la innovación

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Storytelling, Strategic Thinking, Human Centered Design, Data Visualization, Curiosity, New Product Development, User Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular independent thinking courses

    • Social Network Analysis: University of California, Davis
    • Generative AI for Data Scientists: Microsoft
    • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
    • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen: Macquarie University
    • Geodesign: Change Your World: The Pennsylvania State University
    • The Need for Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers: IBM
    • Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III): University of California San Diego
    • 竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

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