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      Simplilearn

      Python Programming Essentials Training

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Introduction to Political Citizenship

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Studies, Social Justice, Community Development, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology, Student Engagement

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Research Methodologies, Collaboration

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Visualizing Data in the Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Scatter Plots, Tidyverse (R Package), R Programming, Box Plots, Histogram, Animations, Data Manipulation

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Game Theory, Economic Development, Market Dynamics, Socioeconomics, Behavioral Economics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Production Planning, Critical Thinking, Resource Allocation

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Educación sobre cambio climático: energía y huella ecológica

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Cultural Diversity, Educational Materials

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore

      Introduction to Programming with C Language

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, File Management, Data Storage, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Problem Solving

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Creating a Technology Startup Company

      Skills you'll gain: Target Market, Persona Development, Systems Thinking, Technical Management, Business Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Operations Management, Engineering Management, Market Analysis, New Product Development, Governance, Performance Metric, Leadership, Business Strategy, Engineering, Recruitment Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Positivity, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Empathy, Social Skills, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, People Development, Empowerment, Adaptability, Leadership, Communication, Team Management, Stress Management, Psychology, Critical Thinking

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction Practices in Metro Rails

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, HVAC, Transportation Operations, Electrical Systems, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Emerging Technologies, Building Design, Architectural Design, Structural Analysis

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Quick Learning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Change Management, Risk Management

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

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Desembaraço Aduaneiro

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Global Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Export Control, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, Shipping and Receiving, Economics, Business Development, Payment Processing and Collection, Regulatory Documents, Document Management, Negotiation

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
    • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health : Imperial College London
    • Visualizing Data in the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
    • Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Educación sobre cambio climático: energía y huella ecológica: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Introduction to Programming with C Language: International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore
    • Creating a Technology Startup Company: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Construction Practices in Metro Rails: L&T EduTech

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