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      IBM

      Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask

      Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Unit Testing, Application Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Integrated Development Environments, Restful API, Programming Principles

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

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      The University of Sydney

      Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Information Management, Research, Digital Communications, Productivity, Document Management, Personal Integrity, Technical Communication, Computer Literacy, Education Software and Technology, Literacy, Reliability, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property

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

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      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial: Gestión y Liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Telephone Skills, Business Writing, Business Communication, Employee Coaching, Organizational Skills, Business Leadership, Delegation Skills, Writing, English Language, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Team Building, Vocabulary

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

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      University of California, Irvine

      TOEFL Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar, Writing, Language Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      691 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Python Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

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

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      University of Colorado System

      Database Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Databases, Oracle Databases, SQL, Query Languages, PostgreSQL, Systems Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      HEC Paris

      Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Investments, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Financial Market, Finance, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Performance Analysis, Risk Analysis, Microsoft Excel

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      785 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Getting Started with Go

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), JSON, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Data Structures, Remote Access Systems, File Management, Program Development, Software Development Tools

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Habilidades de Excel para el negocio: Conceptos básicos

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software, File Management, Writing, Editing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      896 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: jQuery, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Web Design and Development, Javascript and jQuery, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Web Development, Javascript, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Development Environment

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

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      Indian School of Business

      Trading Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Securities Trading, Financial Analysis, Market Liquidity, Financial Market, Market Data, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Investments, Cash Flows, Equities, Order Management, Risk Analysis

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

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      Salesforce

      Salesforce Sales Development Representative

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Relationship Management, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Time Management, Business Writing, Salesforce, Writing, Productivity, Cold Calling, Sales Prospecting, Growth Mindedness, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Sales Enablement, Empathy, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Sales

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      574 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic writing courses

    • Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask: IBM
    • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Inglés Empresarial: Gestión y Liderazgo : Arizona State University
    • TOEFL Preparation: University of California, Irvine
    • Python Programming Essentials: Rice University
    • Database Management Essentials: University of Colorado System
    • Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers: HEC Paris
    • Getting Started with Go: University of California, Irvine
    • Habilidades de Excel para el negocio: Conceptos básicos: Macquarie University
    • Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript : University of London

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