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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Communication Planning, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Storytelling, Target Audience, Cultural Diversity, Information Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, User Story, Influencing, Communication, Virtual Teams

    4.6
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'investissement à impact : les nouvelles frontières

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Inclusion, Project Finance, Sustainable Business, Economic Development, Asset Management, Investments, Return On Investment, Growth Strategies, Market Trend, Finance, Market Opportunities, Public Policies, Performance Measurement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Unilever

    Campaign Performance Reporting, Visualization, & Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Performance Reporting, Return On Investment, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Ethics, Marketing Channel, Smart Goals, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Quality

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    AI-Powered Business Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Data Storytelling, Responsible AI, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Sales Presentation, Google Gemini, Sales Strategy, ChatGPT, Product Management, Generative AI, Sustainable Development, Data Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Product Knowledge

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Accenture

    Understanding Technology and Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Security, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Emerging Technologies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Information Technology, Business Technologies, Javascript, Python Programming, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Computer Hardware, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Brainstorming, Open Mindset, Planning, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Meeting Facilitation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Data Ethics, Workforce Management, Risk Mitigation, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Risk Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Team Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Team Building, Scalability, Diversity and Inclusion, Budget Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Generative AI Images

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Generative AI, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality, Data Import/Export, Editing, Graphic Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Northwestern University

    Power Onboarding

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Organizational Effectiveness, Quick Learning, Organizational Development, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Organizational Change, Organizational Skills, Planning, Adaptability, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Market Research and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Persona Development, Market Analysis, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Market Opportunities, Business Research, AI Product Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Business Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Development, Product Strategy, Gap Analysis, Data Analysis, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Generative AI, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, E-Commerce

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

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

  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • L'investissement à impact : les nouvelles frontières: ESSEC Business School
  • Campaign Performance Reporting, Visualization, & Improvement: Unilever
  • AI-Powered Business Operations: Starweaver
  • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture
  • Futures Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery: Johns Hopkins University
  • Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Generative AI Images: Coursera Project Network
  • Power Onboarding: Northwestern University

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