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      Johns Hopkins University

      Applied Machine Learning: Techniques and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Dimensionality Reduction, Text Mining, Data Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Политика и управление водными ресурсами

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Conflict Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Planification des mobilités

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Policy Development, Forecasting, Spatial Analysis, Needs Assessment, Demand Planning, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Prioritization, Consultative Approaches, Environmental Issue, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.3
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Инициирование и планирование проектов

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Conflict Management, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Planning, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Organizational Structure

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Quick Learning, Instructional Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      The Theory of the Firm

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Economics, Business Economics, Production Management, Supply And Demand, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Price Negotiation, Operating Cost, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Project Management Basics: Foundations & Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Documentation, Scheduling, Scope Management, Project Management, Budget Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Governance, Project Schedules, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Estimation, Timelines

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Anomaly Detection, Data Storytelling, Natural Language Processing, Technical Communication, Data Transformation, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Pipelines, Data Quality, Data Science, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Critical Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Leadership, Public Health, Conflict Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Crisis Intervention, Intercultural Competence, Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Healthcare Ethics

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

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上)

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Communication, Setting Appointments, Verbal Communication Skills, Travel Arrangements, Hotels and Accommodations, Language Competency, Scheduling, Collaboration, Transportation Operations, Vocabulary, Time Management, Critical Thinking

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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Web Scraping, Natural Language Processing, Data Analysis, Big Data, Social Sciences, Databases, Computational Thinking, Data Visualization Software, Simulations, Semantic Web, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design a mobile app interface with Moqups

      Skills you'll gain: Mockups, Wireframing, User Flows, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), User Experience Design, Usability, Information Architecture, Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Applied Machine Learning: Techniques and Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Политика и управление водными ресурсами: University of Geneva
    • Planification des mobilités: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Инициирование и планирование проектов: University of California, Irvine
    • Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment: Coursera Project Network
    • The Theory of the Firm: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Project Management Basics: Foundations & Frameworks: Edureka
    • Generative AI for Data Scientists: Microsoft
    • Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis: The State University of New York
    • Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上): Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    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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