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    Institute for the Future

    Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Theory, Creative Thinking, Dealing With Ambiguity, Collaboration, Interviewing Skills, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Creativity, Communication Strategies

    4.8
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    290 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    R: Apply & Analyze K-Means Clustering for Unsupervised ML

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, R Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Data Analysis, Data Processing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Electronic Components, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

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

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    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Linux Commands, Microsoft Windows, Cryptography, Operating Systems

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Computer Literacy, Education Software and Technology, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Solutions, Creativity, Digital Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    442 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lecturio

    Molecular and Cell Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing a Systems Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Community Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies

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

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Motivation, Adaptability, Initiative and Leadership, Problem Solving, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    642 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Foundations of Business Strategy and Research

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quantitative Research, Innovation, Target Audience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainable Business, Benchmarking, Business Acumen, Value Propositions, Descriptive Statistics, Performance Measurement, Ideation, Team Performance Management, Competitive Analysis, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Transforming Communities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Change, Strategic Thinking, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    CCBA Practice Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Requirements Analysis, Risk Management, Change Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future: Institute for the Future
  • R: Apply & Analyze K-Means Clustering for Unsupervised ML: EDUCBA
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
  • Molecular and Cell Biology: Lecturio
  • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Foundations of Business Strategy and Research: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft

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