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Music Theory Courses

Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.


Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    Skillshare

    Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Animations, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Timelines, Data Import/Export, Color Matching, Graphic Design, Editing, Multimedia, Music, Quality Assurance, File Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Créer un logo professionnel avec Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Creativity, User Accounts, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Northeastern University

    Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Robotic Path Planning and Task Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Control Systems, Data Structures, Python Programming, Simulations

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kotter

    The 4 Core Change Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Transformation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership Development, Leadership, Drive Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Lifelong Learning

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Industrial Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Motivation, Employee Performance Management, Workforce Development, Performance Management, Research, Employee Engagement, Scientific Methods, Employee Training

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Digital Marketing Dynamics: Strategy & Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Social Media, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Case Studies, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Advertising Campaigns, Business

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    US GAAP Accounting & Financial Reporting Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Non-Profit Accounting, Technical Accounting, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Expense Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Accrual Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Inventory Accounting, Tax Management, Compliance Reporting, Consolidation, Financial Data, Accounting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Modeling in AWS

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Amazon Web Services, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Performance Tuning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Being Smart about Cycling Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Sustainable Development, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Critical Thinking, Human Centered Design, Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Java: Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

  • Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Créer un logo professionnel avec Canva: Coursera
  • Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming: Northeastern University
  • Robotic Path Planning and Task Execution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power: Duke University
  • The 4 Core Change Principles: Kotter
  • Industrial Psychology: Illinois Tech
  • Digital Marketing Dynamics: Strategy & Case Studies: EDUCBA
  • US GAAP Accounting & Financial Reporting Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Modeling in AWS: Whizlabs

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