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      University of Amsterdam

      Introduction to Communication Science

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Research, Sociology, Ancient History, European History

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, jQuery, Usability, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, GitHub, MongoDB, Interaction Design, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability Testing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Full-Stack Web Development, Javascript

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      AI-Powered Business Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Data Storytelling, Business Process Management, Customer Insights, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Process Design, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentation, Process Analysis, User Story, Product Roadmaps, Corporate Sustainability, Innovation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Artificial Intelligence, Product Knowledge, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environment, Water Resources, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Demography, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Trend Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics

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

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      University of Virginia

      The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

      Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Sciences, Economics, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity, Governance

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

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

      Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Diplomacy, Adjudication, International Relations, Political Sciences, Conflict Management, Case Law, Legal Proceedings

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

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Fashion as Design

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Art History, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Design, Non-Verbal Communication, Creativity, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Lund University

      Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Governance, Environment, Landscape Architecture, Community Development, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Business Modeling, International Relations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      461 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Strategy & Economic Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Global Marketing, Operating Cost, Target Market, Price Negotiation, Economics, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Adaptability, Team Leadership

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Making Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Storytelling, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles, Conceptual Design, Design, Photography, Innovation, Spatial Analysis, Environment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Moralities of Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Political Sciences, Child Development

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

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Aprender

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Quick Learning, Willingness To Learn, Lifelong Learning, Mental Concentration, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Motivational Skills

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social innovation courses

    • Introduction to Communication Science: University of Amsterdam
    • Responsive Website Development and Design: University of London
    • AI-Powered Business Operations: Starweaver
    • Introduction to Sustainability: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910: University of Virginia
    • International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes: Universiteit Leiden
    • Fashion as Design: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation: Lund University
    • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
    • Making Architecture: IE Business School

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