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      University of Michigan

      C Programming for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Java, Performance Tuning, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging

      4.5
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      178 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp

      Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Management, New Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Analysis, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Analysis, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Leadership

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Production Machine Learning Systems

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Systems Design, Tensorflow, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Systems Architecture, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Data Pipelines

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, Entrepreneurship, Student-Centred Learning, Digital Transformation, Digital Content, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Healthcare Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Payment Systems, Intellectual Property, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Commercialization, Leadership Development, Health Care Administration, Managed Care, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, New Product Development, Hospital Experience, Pharmaceuticals, Organizational Structure, Market Opportunities, Medical Equipment, Health Care

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Razonamiento artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Computational Logic, Markov Model, Artificial Intelligence, Game Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Deductive Reasoning, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Gestión de organizaciones efectivas

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Political Sciences, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Technology Strategies, Knowledge Transfer, Decision Making, Persona (User Experience)

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

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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Building Materials and Human Health

      Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Sustainable Architecture, Building Design, Sustainable Design, Hazard Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Social Justice, Product Lifecycle Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programa Especializado en Gerencia de Proyectos Complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Scope Management, Feasibility Studies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Estimation, Estimation, Requirements Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Schedules, Project Portfolio Management, Strategic Planning, Project Risk Management, Timelines, Project Design, Crisis Management, Earned Value Management, Project Documentation, Project Management

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Artificial Intelligence Data Fairness and Bias

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Collection, Game Theory, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Computer Hardware, Thermal Management, Engineering Design Process, Mechanical Design, Technology Roadmaps, Electrical Systems, Manufacturing Processes

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • C Programming for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration: SkillUp
    • Production Machine Learning Systems: Google Cloud
    • Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Healthcare Marketplace: University of Minnesota
    • Razonamiento artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Gestión de organizaciones efectivas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Building Materials and Human Health: Parsons School of Design, The New School
    • Programa Especializado en Gerencia de Proyectos Complejos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Artificial Intelligence Data Fairness and Bias : LearnQuest

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