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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Cryptography, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Make Data-Driven Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Business Metrics, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Small Data, Decision Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Big Data

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MedCerts

      Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Patient Registration, Medicare, Managed Care, Medical Terminology, Payment Processing

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

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Learning for a Sustainable Future

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Teaching, Action Oriented, Systems Thinking, Environmental Issue, Collaboration, Sustainability Standards, Socioeconomics, Visionary, Personal Development, Complex Problem Solving, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      377 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Business Communication for the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Social Skills, Business Writing, Contract Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      600 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      LearnKartS

      Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Time Management, Stress Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Complex Problem Solving, Productivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Personal Development, Business Ethics, Prioritization, Compliance Management, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Dealing With Ambiguity

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Master Digital Marketing Strategy with Case Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Social Media, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Case Studies, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Global Marketing, Facebook, LinkedIn, Business Strategy

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation.

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Resource Planning, Market Research, Customer Insights, User Research, Decision Making

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

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      Multiple educators

      Business Innovation and Digital Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Sustainable Business, Brand Strategy, Business Solutions, Innovation, Presentations, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Design and Product, Business Risk Management, Branding, Strategic Thinking, Process Design, Digital Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Technology Strategies

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Food Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Production Process, Water Resources, Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Culture, Consumer Behaviour

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

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

    • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Make Data-Driven Decisions: Google
    • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
    • Learning for a Sustainable Future: The University of Edinburgh
    • Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code: University of Colorado System
    • Business Communication for the Modern Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • CCBA Practice Exam: LearnKartS
    • Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth: LearnKartS
    • Master Digital Marketing Strategy with Case Studies: EDUCBA
    • The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation. : Michigan State University

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