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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Scientific Methods, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Research, Laboratory Research, Peer Review, Data Analysis, General Science and Research, Investigation, Environment, Community Development, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Geographic Information Systems, Culture

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Risk, Strategic Thinking, AI Personalization, Automation, Legal Risk, Business, Governance, Social Studies, Data Security, Natural Language Processing, Leadership and Management, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Procurement, Budget Management, Scheduling, Cost Control, Purchasing, Timelines, Stakeholder Communications, Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Social Studies, World History, European History, Political Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Grant Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Age of Jefferson

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, Teaching, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Administración ágil de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Project Management, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Leadership, Kanban Principles, Governance, Portfolio Management

      4.8
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for Legal Services Primer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Law Practice Management Software, Generative AI, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Legal Support, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Adaptation in Africa

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Strategic Planning, Environmental Policy, Mitigation, Environmental Science, Project Finance, Environment, Capacity Planning, Finance, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Risk Management, Needs Assessment, Socioeconomics, Stakeholder Engagement, Food and Beverage, Vulnerability, Governance

      4.8
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Markov Model, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Probability, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Engineering Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Natural Resource Management, Construction Management, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management, Building Codes, HVAC, Building Design, Water Resources, Architecture and Construction, Landscape Architecture, Thermal Management, Project Management, Architectural Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Science, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Villes africaines : Restructuration des quartiers précaires

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Land Management, Demography, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Governance, Policy Development, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular natural sciences courses

    • Introduction to Archaeology: Rice University
    • Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges: University of Michigan
    • Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme: University of Geneva
    • AI for Grant Writing: Kennesaw State University
    • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
    • Administración ágil de proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Generative AI for Legal Services Primer: Vanderbilt University
    • Climate Adaptation in Africa: University of Cape Town
    • Introduction to Linear Algebra: The University of Sydney

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