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      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Sample Size Determination, Clinical Research, Data Quality, Healthcare Ethics, Quality Assurance, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Integrity, Data Governance, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Reporting, Data Compilation, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Data Sharing, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      516 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Systems Biology and Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Scientific Methods, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Biochemistry, Laboratory Experience, Analysis, Systems Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Network Analysis, Biology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      975 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

      Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Command-Line Interface

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      641 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Technical Design, System Design and Implementation, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Embedded Systems, Digital Design, Computer Hardware, Simulations

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      840 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Concept Art for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Environment, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IESE Business School

      Claves para Gestionar Personas

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Policies, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Talent Management, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, Leadership, Persona (User Experience)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Computer Security and Systems Management

      Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Computer Security, Linux Administration, Contingency Planning, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Linux, Linux Servers, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, OSI Models, User Accounts, Group Policy, Security Management, Microsoft Servers, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Cybersecurity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Disaster Recovery, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Linux, Networking Hardware, Computer Architecture, Mac OS, User Accounts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      California Institute of the Arts

      Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Art History, Design, Logo Design, Design Strategies, Visual Design, Typography, Branding, Advertising, Aesthetics, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Research, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      933 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Interfacing with the Arduino

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, General Networking, Wireless Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Clinical Trials Operations: Johns Hopkins University
    • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Concept Art for Video Games: Michigan State University
    • Claves para Gestionar Personas: IESE Business School
    • Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript: IBM
    • Computer Security and Systems Management: University of Colorado System
    • Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems: IBM
    • Ideas from the History of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts

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