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    Understand basic accounting principles for managing finances. Learn to prepare financial statements, manage accounts, and ensure compliance.

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mathematics for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Matlab, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Finite Element Methods, Calculus, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Scripting, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      University of California, Davis

      Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Research, Grammar, Culture, Writing

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Payroll and Tax Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Tax, Labor Law, Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Income Tax, Labor Compliance, Tax Compliance, Employee Onboarding

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      139 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to the Biology of Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Clinical Trials, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Anatomy, Biology

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

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      Meta

      Social Media Management

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Campaigns, Content Management, Brand Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Brand Awareness, Digital Content, Branding, Instagram, Content Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Content Strategy, Facebook, Storytelling, Customer Engagement

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Manufacturing and Production, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering, Life Sciences, Biology, Manufacturing Processes, Pharmacology, Process Development, Microbiology, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Reporting, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Working Capital

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Introduction to Git and GitHub

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Code Review, Software Versioning, Continuous Integration, Issue Tracking, Software Engineering Tools, Software Development Tools, Command-Line Interface

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel

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

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      Copenhagen Business School

      An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Branding, Marketing, Customer Insights, Market Research, Human Learning, Business Ethics, Advertising, Decision Making, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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      University of Cape Town

      Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Research, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Scientific Methods, Data Collection

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      University of Alberta

      Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Taxonomy, Life Sciences, Biology, Research, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science

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    • Mathematics for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis
    • Payroll and Tax Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Introduction to the Biology of Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
    • Social Media Management : Meta
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
    • Introduction to Git and GitHub: Google
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
    • An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing : Copenhagen Business School

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