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      Queen Mary University of London

      Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Communication, Adaptability

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      55 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      App Design and Development for iOS

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Application Design, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Animations, Computer Graphics, Persistence, Network Model, Data Storage

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      269 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Copilot for Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Power BI, AI Product Strategy, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Product Demonstration, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dell

      Develop with Dell: IT Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Sales Process, Closing (Sales), Value Propositions, Active Listening, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Prospecting and Qualification, Digital Transformation, Business Communication, Sales, Technical Sales, Data Centers, Sales Presentations, Inside Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Sales Strategy, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Outside Sales

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Program Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Governance, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Organizational Strategy, Performance Measurement, Scope Management, Resource Management, Risk Management

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Planning a Digital Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Channel, Data Ethics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Digital Media Strategy, Customer Analysis, Customer experience improvement, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Strategic Thinking

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Organizational Change, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Open Mindset, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Employee Training, Safety Culture, Self-Awareness

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to fulfill orders on Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Marketing, Product Marketing, Sales, Payment Systems, Shipping and Receiving, E-Commerce, Social Media Marketing, Social Media

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      البرمجة اللغوية العصبية | NLP

      Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Social Skills, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Personal Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Human Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Methodologies, Team Motivation, Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Quality Improvement, Team Management, Benchmarking, Motivational Skills, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Process Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Regression Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
    • App Design and Development for iOS: University of Toronto
    • Copilot for Power BI : Microsoft
    • Develop with Dell: IT Sales: Dell
    • Program Management Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers: University of Colorado System
    • Planning a Digital Marketing Strategy: Digital Marketing Institute
    • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • How to fulfill orders on Facebook: Coursera Project Network
    • البرمجة اللغوية العصبية | NLP : Alfaisal University | KLD

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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