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      University of Amsterdam

      Classical Sociological Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies

      4.9
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Paid media, Instagram, Online Advertising, Social Media, Advertising, Facebook, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Team Oriented, Marketing Materials, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Information Privacy, Copywriting, Campaign Management, Data Collection, Brand Management, Target Audience

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Justice, Education and Training, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public History, Sociology, Curriculum Development, Cultural Diversity, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Leadership, Presentations, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Public Speaking, Meeting Facilitation, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy

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

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      Lund University

      AI, Business & the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Development, Risk Management, Business Strategies, Automation, Business Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Data Ethics

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

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Marketing con Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Customer Engagement, Social Media Management, Social Media Campaigns, Performance Metric, Digital Media Strategy, Target Audience, Content Marketing, Persona Development, Target Market, Goal Setting, Performance Measurement, Campaign Management, Social Media Content, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Business Metrics, Performance Reporting

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

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      Lund University

      AI & Law

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, Electronic Discovery, Legal Proceedings, Labor Law, Legal Research, Automation, Data Ethics, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration, Natural Language Processing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Predictive Modeling

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sciences Po

      Politics and Economics of International Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, International Relations, Electric Power Systems, Economic Development, Environment, Market Dynamics, Public Safety and National Security, Environmental Policy, Political Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Supply And Demand, Forecasting

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, IT Management, Risk Management, Auditors Report, Change Management

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

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      Università Bocconi

      Financing and Investing in Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Investments, Loans, Banking, Finance, Credit Risk, Contract Management, Cash Flows

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law

      Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Certified Public Accountant, Contract Review, Labor Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Management, Legal Risk

      Build toward a degree

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

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      University of California, Irvine

      Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, English Language, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Communication, Organizational Skills, Planning, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Stress Management, Creativity

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

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

    • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
    • Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising: Meta
    • American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice: University of Pennsylvania
    • Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact: Macquarie University
    • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
    • Marketing con Redes Sociales: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • AI & Law : Lund University
    • Politics and Economics of International Energy: Sciences Po
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Financing and Investing in Infrastructure: Università Bocconi

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