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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Java, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, JUnit, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Create your e-commerce store with Shopify

    Skills you'll gain: Order Processing, Order Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Web Analytics, Retail Management, Product Management, Content Management Systems, Editing, Marketing, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    577 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Indian School of Business

    A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.9K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Kanban Principles, Backlogs, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management, IT Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.4K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Composure, Adaptability, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    Strategic Management Foundations & Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Management, Market Analysis, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Analysis, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Operations and Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Mapping, Quality Management, Workflow Management, Operational Excellence, Return On Investment, Change Management, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Business Technologies, Project Management, Pareto Chart

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Business Planning, Business Leadership, Business Development, New Product Development, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Presentations, Financial Modeling, Fundraising

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    299 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Strengthen Your Business Savvy

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Generative AI, Critical Thinking, Business Modeling, Plan Execution, Financial Acumen, Prompt Engineering, Business Acumen, Financial Management, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Responsible AI, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Transformation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Team Management, Organizational Strategy, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Business Mathematics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Management, Scrum (Software Development), Business Analysis, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Business Process Improvement, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Create your e-commerce store with Shopify: Coursera
  • A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment: Indian School of Business
  • IBM Project Manager: IBM
  • Successful Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Strategic Management Foundations & Capabilities: University of Huddersfield
  • Operations and Process Management: Illinois Tech
  • Entrepreneurship: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Strengthen Your Business Savvy: Harvard Business Review
  • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine

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