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Higher education courses can help you learn curriculum design, assessment strategies, educational leadership, and student engagement techniques. You can build skills in effective communication with diverse student populations, data analysis for academic performance, and integrating technology into teaching practices. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support innovative teaching methods.


Popular Higher Education Courses and Certifications


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    IE Business School

    Legal Tech & Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law Practice Management Software, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Market Trend, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Emerging Technologies

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    The State University of New York

    Home-Based Child Care

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Business Planning, Accident Prevention, Teaching, Family Support, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Business, Small Business Accounting, Tax Management, Policy Development, Creativity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Competing in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Compliance Management, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advocacy, Brand Strategy, Procurement

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Peer Review, Business Writing, Project Design, Graphic Design, Branding, Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Data Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Leadership for Public Health Crises

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Emergency Response, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Crisis Intervention, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Interviewing Skills, Safety and Security, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    288 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Growth Mindedness, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Enseñar, aprender y evaluar en Escuelas Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Program Evaluation, K-12 pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Project Finance, Business Valuation, Depreciation, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management, Project Portfolio Management, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Tax

    Build toward a degree

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

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Training Programs, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Cultural Diversity, Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Workforce Development, Community Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Digital Communications, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Program Evaluation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, English Language, Non-Verbal Communication, Presentations, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Learning Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Financial Modeling, New Product Development, Business Development, Video Production, Project Planning, Presentations, Innovation, Risk Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    338 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Legal Tech & Startups : IE Business School
  • Home-Based Child Care: The State University of New York
  • European Business Law: Competing in Europe: Lund University
  • Effective Communication Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership for Public Health Crises: The State University of New York
  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • Enseñar, aprender y evaluar en Escuelas Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate: Goodwill Industries International
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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