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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Using Generative AI in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Data Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Copilot, Emerging Technologies

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Design, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Public Policies, Case Studies, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Virtualization, Systems Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Software Installation, System Configuration

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of Oracle Database Administration

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Database Software, Software Installation, System Configuration, SQL, Development Environment, Virtual Machines

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Données et Gouvernance Urbaine

      Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Data Governance, Social Sciences, Data Security, Governance, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Political Sciences, Community Development, Economics, Information Privacy, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Brand Marketing, Communication Planning, Marketing Planning, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Marketing Management, Campaign Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Media Planning, Brand Awareness, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Communication

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      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      PgMP® Performance Domains - Governance and Lifecycle

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Closure, Governance, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Change Management, Coordination

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

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      The State University of New York

      Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Empathy

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, Hardening, Unix Commands, Patch Management, Scripting, System Monitoring, User Accounts, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), System Configuration, OS Process Management, Firewall, Process Management

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Administration, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Leadership, Human Resources

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Oracle Database Administration

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Data Import/Export, Patch Management, Data Migration, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Data Storage Technologies, Disaster Recovery, System Configuration, Automation, Incident Management, Software Installation

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Systems Thinking In Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Simulations, Systems Analysis

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public administration courses

    • Introduction to Using Generative AI in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems: IBM
    • Foundations of Oracle Database Administration: Packt
    • Données et Gouvernance Urbaine: Sciences Po
    • Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more: IE Business School
    • PgMP® Performance Domains - Governance and Lifecycle: LearnKartS
    • Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis: The State University of New York
    • Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting: Packt
    • ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management: Alfaisal University | KLD

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