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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Cybersecurity Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Linux Commands, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    27K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Getting Started with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Microsoft 365

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    13K reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Data Visualization, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Brand Management, Digital Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management Principles and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Estimation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Quality Management, Change Control, Timelines, Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Planning, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Risk Analysis, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    31K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Program Evaluation, Empowerment, School Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Teaching, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Childhood Education and Development, Advocacy, Higher Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Empathy, Growth Mindedness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    927 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

    Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Student Support and Services, Mental Health, Health Promotion, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    892 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Resilience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Team Oriented, Marketing Communications, Business Modeling, Business Planning, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, New Business Development, Business Development, Business Strategies, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Sustainable Business, Business Strategy, Fundraising, Financial Inclusion

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    400 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    AI, Business & the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Ethics, Automation, Thought Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    The Strategy of Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Copywriting, Writing, Professional Networking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    5.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Crisis Management, Planning, Professionalism

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

  • Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • IBM Cybersecurity Analyst: IBM
  • Getting Started with Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
  • Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business: Coursera Project Network
  • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
  • The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
  • Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation: University of Cape Town
  • Social Entrepreneurship: Copenhagen Business School
  • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University

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