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      University of Colorado System

      Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Computer Security, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Security Engineering, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Authentications, Security Requirements Analysis, Threat Modeling, Scalability, Data Security

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Managing Employee Compensation

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Employee Performance Management, Labor Compliance, Performance Appraisal, Benchmarking

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Design, Content Creation, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design, Dashboard, Marketing, Color Matching

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: When Markets Fail

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Economics, Socioeconomics, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Environmental Issue, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Comparative Political Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Systems Thinking, Governance

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Storytelling, Concision, Target Audience, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      431 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Disaster Preparedness

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Safety and Security, Medical Emergency, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Fire And Life Safety, Safety Training, Public Safety and National Security, Mitigation, Accident Prevention, Emergency Medicine, Health And Safety Standards, Personal Care, First Aid, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Communication

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

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      University of Colorado System

      Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

      Skills you'll gain: Special Education, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Student Support and Services, Positive Behavior Support, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavior Management, Mental Health, Trauma Care, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Essential Design Principles for Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Human Factors, User Centered Design, Aesthetics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      An Introduction to Global Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Water Resources, Community Health, Environmental Issue, Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Mental Health, Socioeconomics, Chronic Diseases

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

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Introducción a las redes sociales. Sus objetivos y métricas.

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Facebook, Digital Media Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Engagement, Market Opportunities

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

      Electric Vehicles and Mobility

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Transportation Operations, Market Analysis, Economics, Environmental Policy, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Economics, Public Policies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
    • Managing Employee Compensation: University of Minnesota
    • Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs: Coursera Project Network
    • Microeconomics: When Markets Fail: University of Pennsylvania
    • Comparative Political Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
    • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
    • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
    • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • An Introduction to Global Health: University of Copenhagen

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