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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Understanding Political Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Research Methodologies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Ethical Social Media

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Content, Professional Networking, Data Ethics, Analytics, Drive Engagement, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Information Privacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

      Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Economic Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      127 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Collaboration, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Through Design Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Organizational Leadership, Brainstorming, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Storyboarding, User Experience Design, Customer Engagement, Creative Thinking, Design Research, Collaboration, Empathy

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Strategic Career Self-Management

      Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Brand Management, Talent Management, Branding, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Proactivity, Dashboard, Goal Setting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Introduction to Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Radiography, Semiconductors, Radiology, Physics, Emerging Technologies, Medical Imaging, Electrical Engineering, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      203 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Information Technology, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing a Systems Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Community Development, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Working with the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Branding, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Target Audience

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Goal Setting, Data Presentation, Strategic Partnership, Project Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Student Engagement, Business Writing, Project Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular strategic thinking courses

    • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Ethical Social Media : The University of Sydney
    • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
    • Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession: University of Michigan
    • Leadership Through Design Innovation: Northwestern University
    • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York
    • Introduction to Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
    • Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps: CertNexus
    • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University

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