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      Vanderbilt University

      Trustworthy Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Generative AI, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Human Centered Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      622 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Chicago

      Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Media Strategy, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Market Share, Economics, Legal Proceedings, Apple iOS, Technical Standard, Competitive Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Managing as a Coach

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, People Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Mentorship, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Communication

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

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      The University of Melbourne

      Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Negotiation Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Value Propositions, Mediation, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Leadership in 21st Century Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Talent Management, Crisis Management, Innovation, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Governance, Change Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Education Software and Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Learning Theory, Learning Styles, Creativity, Decision Making, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      520 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Organizational Leadership, Persistence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      634 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Gestión de Proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Coordinating, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Negotiation, Team Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Resource Allocation, Emotional Intelligence, Project Planning, Leadership, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      955 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, Prompt Engineering, Interactive Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      545 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Code Review, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Technical Review, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Android Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Pensamiento científico

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Creative Thinking, Research, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Curiosity, Social Sciences, Decision Making, Analysis, Dealing With Ambiguity, Cultural Diversity, World History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

    • Trustworthy Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
    • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
    • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The University of Melbourne
    • Negotiation Fundamentals: ESSEC Business School
    • Leadership in 21st Century Organizations: Copenhagen Business School
    • Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education: University of Michigan
    • Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Gestión de Proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University

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