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      Google

      Google Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Database Design, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Tableau Software, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Professional Development, Google Gemini, Data Analysis, SQL

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      4.8
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      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Improve Your English Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing, English Language, Vocabulary, Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Communication, Writing and Editing, Interpersonal Communications, LinkedIn, Instagram

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Stress First Aid, Emergency Response, First Aid, Emergency Services, De-escalation Techniques, Trauma Care, Pediatrics, Disabilities, Family Support, Stress Management, Mental Health, Psychology, Working With Children, Public Health, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Data Ethics, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Applied Machine Learning, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Image Analysis, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Responsible AI, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Containerization, Technology Strategies, Cloud-Native Computing, Multi-Cloud, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Google Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Content Performance Analysis, Expectation Management, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

      Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Food and Beverage, Behavioral Health, Chronic Diseases, Health Informatics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Biostatistics in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Data Literacy, Probability Distribution, Scientific Methods, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Public Health

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Virtual Environment, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Behavioral Economics, Health Education, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI HR Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, Productivity, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Professional Development, Policy Development, New Hire Orientations, Communication, Communication Planning, Human Development, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Talent Recruitment, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Speaking, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Business Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Active Listening

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Google Business Intelligence: Google
    • Improve Your English Communication Skills: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
    • Stanford Introduction to Food and Health: Stanford University
    • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
    • Biostatistics in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
    • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London

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