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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Design Strategies, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    226 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Understanding Korean Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Diplomacy, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    275 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Priorities, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    372 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Graph Theory, Logical Reasoning, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Geospatial Information and Technology, Algebra, Information Technology, Spatial Analysis, Computer Science, Informatics, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    281 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    人工智慧:搜尋方法與邏輯推論 (Artificial Intelligence - Search & Logic)

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Simulations, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Virtual Environment, Pseudocode, Game Design, Algorithms, Game Theory, Operations Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Independent Thinking, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Systems Thinking, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    335 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Improvisação no Jazz

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Storytelling, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Oral Expression, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis, Decision Making

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia

    Skills you'll gain: Staff Management, Business Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Goal Setting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    733 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX)

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Web Design, User Interface (UI), Wireframing, Typography, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Design Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    285 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Beneficios y características de las redes sociales más significativas

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, LinkedIn, Facebook, Social Media Strategy, Social Network Analysis, Professional Networking, Digital Media Strategy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Business Strategies, Customer Engagement, Digital Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    983 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Unstructured Data, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Test Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    303 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

  • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding Korean Politics: Yonsei University
  • Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • 离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality: Peking University
  • 人工智慧:搜尋方法與邏輯推論 (Artificial Intelligence - Search & Logic): National Taiwan University
  • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Improvisação no Jazz: Berklee
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo
  • Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia: University of California, Irvine
  • Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX): IBM

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