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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Time Management, Content Creation, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      554 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Adaptability and Resiliency

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Resilience, Professional Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Plan Execution, Crisis Management, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      601 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Professional development: Improve yourself, always

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      862 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovación y emprendimiento

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurship, Brainstorming, Business Architecture, Corporate Strategy, Creative Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Process, Storytelling, Cognitive flexibility, Business Strategies, New Business Development, Team Management, Open Mindset, Value Propositions, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      380 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English for Business B1

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Report Writing, Data Storytelling, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Business Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Health Care, Research, Patient Evaluation, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Safety Assurance, Mental Health Therapies, Science and Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      How to Change the World

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Philanthropy, Community Development, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Health Care, Public Health, Empowerment, Education and Training, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pittsburgh

      Disability Awareness and Support

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Instructional Design, Differentiated Instruction, Education Software and Technology, Special Education, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Talent Sourcing, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Data Analysis, Job Analysis, Applicant Tracking Systems, Problem Solving, Communication, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Health Across the Gender Spectrum

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Patient Education and Support, Toileting, Mental Health, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Healthcare Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Blended Learning, Adaptability, Higher Education, Technology Solutions, Communication, Time Management, Research, Writing

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Training, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Demography, Benchmarking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Recruitment Strategies, Peer Review, Organizational Development, Workforce Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Organizational Change

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      318 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

    • Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization: University of Michigan
    • Adaptability and Resiliency: University of California, Davis
    • Professional development: Improve yourself, always: Macquarie University
    • Innovación y emprendimiento: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • How to Change the World: Wesleyan University
    • Disability Awareness and Support: University of Pittsburgh
    • Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
    • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford University

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