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    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Global Energy Business

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Analytics, Economics, Political Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Emerging Technologies

    4.6
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Work, Case Studies, International Relations, World History, Social Justice, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, European History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    565 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Culture, Social Justice, World History, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Immigration Law, Demography

    4.6
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    301 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Case Studies, Predictive Modeling, Decision Support Systems, Vulnerability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    638 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Public Health, Health Policy, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Medication Administration, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    509 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Tax Preparation, Contract Management, Team Management, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Risk Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    The University of Edinburgh

    Digital Footprint

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Social Media, Web Content, Professionalism, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Content Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    663 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Microsoft Azure, FinTech, Cloud Computing Architecture, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cryptographic Protocols, Transaction Processing, Open Source Technology, Scalability, Data Storage Technologies, Information Privacy

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

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    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Electric Power Systems, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Driving engagement, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication

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

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    University of Minnesota

    Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Intellectual Property, Commercialization, Pharmaceuticals, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Regulatory Requirements, Health Policy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    762 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamentals of Global Energy Business: University of Colorado System
  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business : California Institute of the Arts
  • Digital Footprint: The University of Edinburgh
  • Blockchain Platforms: University at Buffalo
  • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College

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