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      Lund University

      Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Sustainable Business, Governance, Systems Thinking, Multimedia, Case Studies, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Explainable AI (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Image Segmentation, Filtering, and Region Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to use influencer marketing to grow instagram business

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing, Brand Marketing, Business Marketing, Social Media, Drive Engagement, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Influencing, Business

      1.8
      Rating, 1.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Policy, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Automating Image Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Engineering Practices, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Western Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Climate Change Programs, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Understanding Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Employee Engagement, Data Collection, Recruitment Strategies, Recruitment, Business Metrics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Debugging, Systems Design, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Data Security, Computer Hardware, Scalability, Version Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations

      Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Tactfulness, Communication, Emotional Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      The 4 A's of Marketing with Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Marketing, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Stakeholder Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Business Marketing, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Internal Communications, MarTech, Marketing Planning, Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Business Strategy, Business

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erste Schritte in Instagram for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Business Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Advertising

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy: Lund University
    • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
    • Image Segmentation, Filtering, and Region Analysis: MathWorks
    • How to use influencer marketing to grow instagram business: Coursera Project Network
    • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
    • Automating Image Processing: MathWorks
    • Western Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Understanding Diversity and Inclusion: University of Western Australia
    • Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence: Codio
    • كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations: 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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