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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Google Ads, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media, Contextual Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Paid media, Campaign Management, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Media Buying, Facebook, Data Ethics, Pinterest, Instagram

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Combinatorics, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science

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

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Art of Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Relationship Building, Conflict Management, Communication, Influencing, Rapport Building, Self-Awareness, Planning, Empathy, Assertiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Adaptability

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Business Communication, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Telecommuting, Adaptability, Empathy, Active Listening, Digital Communications, Self-Awareness

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      English for Teaching Purposes

      Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Language Competency, Stress Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Vocabulary

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      616 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, User Research, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft AI & ML Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unsupervised Learning, Data Management, Microsoft Azure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Deep Learning, Generative AI Agents, Supervised Learning, Infrastructure Architecture, Agentic systems, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Application Deployment, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: File Management, Information Management, Problem Solving, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Digital Communications, Resourcefulness, Learning Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Management, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Organizational Skills, Writing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Claves para la innovación en la docencia universitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Teaching, Blended Learning, Problem Solving, Interactive Learning, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Course Development, Innovation, Classroom Management, Game Design, Critical Thinking

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

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Strategic Partnership, Resource Allocation, New Business Development, Value Propositions, Performance Measurement, Team Building, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Promotional Materials, Design Thinking, Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Sales Presentations, New Product Development, Financial Analysis, Presentations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      993 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

      Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Entrepreneurship, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Business Development, Business Strategies, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Business Risk Management, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Coding Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Communication, Program Development, Computational Logic, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Technical Communication, Python Programming

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

    • Concepts, Strategies, and Analytics in Performance Marketing and Digital Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Discrete Optimization: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • The Art of Negotiation: University of California, Irvine
    • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
    • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • Microsoft AI & ML Engineering: Microsoft
    • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Claves para la innovación en la docencia universitaria: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas: Universidad de los Andes

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