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      University of Leeds

      Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Infection Control, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Tax, Public Policies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling

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      London Business School

      New Ways of Working in an AI World

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, Capacity Planning, Business Ethics, Human Capital, Business Strategies, Decision Making

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      University of Michigan

      Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

      Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Policy Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications

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      Princeton University

      Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Payment Systems, FinTech, Application Security, Digital Assets, Network Protocols, Data Mining, Transaction Processing, Data Storage, Distributed Computing, Emerging Technologies, Scripting, Public Affairs, Market Dynamics

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      Tata Institute of Social Sciences

      Making Public Policies Work: The Last-mile Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Program Implementation, Social Justice, Public Administration, Community Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Economic Development, Program Evaluation, Empowerment, Stakeholder Engagement

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Calculus, Mechanics, Physical Science, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling

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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality: Cosmos

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Experimentation, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, Deductive Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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      Accenture

      Understanding Technology and Data

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Security, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Programming Principles, Web Language, Emerging Technologies, Data Collection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Solutions, Javascript, Python Programming, Blockchain

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      From Idea to Startup

      Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Risk Management, Innovation, Communication, Feasibility Studies, Verification And Validation, Interviewing Skills

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Emerging Technologies

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    • Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases: University of Leeds
    • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
    • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
    • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
    • Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies: Princeton University
    • Making Public Policies Work: The Last-mile Delivery: Tata Institute of Social Sciences
    • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
    • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture

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