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      Johns Hopkins University

      Gestión del análisis de datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Statistical Inference, Team Management, Statistical Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Statistics, Communication

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      101 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

      4.8
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      33 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Stakeholder Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Organizational Change, Conflict Management, Business Relationship Management, Relationship Management, Change Management, Communication Strategies, Needs Assessment, Active Listening

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Storage and Queries

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Query Languages, Data Lakes, Database Systems, SQL, Databases, Database Management Systems, Data Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Warehousing, Amazon Web Services, Apache Spark, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Applied Sustainability Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies

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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Digital Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Keyword Research, Marketing Planning, Paid media, Marketing Analytics, Social Media, Advertising, Blogs, Emerging Technologies

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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CVS Health

      Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role

      Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Interviewing Skills, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Inbound Calls, Outbound Calls, Customer Support, Professionalism, LinkedIn, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Change Control, Project Controls, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Change Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Management Reporting, Risk Analysis, Planning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Leadership and Management, Business Risk Management, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Project Management Performance Domains

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Implementation, Project Performance, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Team Management, Project Management, Performance Measurement, Project Coordination, Project Risk Management, Resource Management, Communication Planning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create IT Diagrams with Lucidchart

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Collaborative Software, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation, Graphical Tools, User Accounts

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      30 reviews

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      LearnKartS

      Project Approaches, Lifecycles, and Agile Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Kanban Principles, Lean Methodologies, Project Management Life Cycle, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Implementation, Workflow Management, Sprint Planning, Project Planning, Project Management, Backlogs, Change Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Team Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Utrecht University

      Contemporary Palestinian History

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Research, Diplomacy, Case Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Timelines, Governance

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Gestión del análisis de datos: Johns Hopkins University
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis
    • Stakeholder Management : Starweaver
    • Data Storage and Queries: DeepLearning.AI
    • Applied Sustainability Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Marketing Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role: CVS Health
    • Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • Project Management Performance Domains: Microsoft
    • Create IT Diagrams with Lucidchart: Coursera Project Network

    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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