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      Simplilearn

      Lean Management and Six Sigma Green Belt Program

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Quality Management, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Statistical Analysis, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Estrategia de IT centrada en el cliente

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, IT Management, Agile Methodology, Process Design, Customer experience strategy (CX), Stakeholder Engagement, Solution Design, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Lean Methodologies, Performance Measurement, Sales

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Fire Hydrant System

      Skills you'll gain: Schematic Diagrams, Blueprint Reading, Process Flow Diagrams, Hydraulics, Building Codes, Engineering Drawings, Safety Standards, Structural Analysis, Design Specifications, Engineering Calculations, Technical Standard

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Research Methodologies, Collaboration

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Innovation, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Digital Transformation, Storytelling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Trend Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Game Theory, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Organizational innovation and creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Process Development, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer experience improvement, Customer Engagement, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Modeling, Value Propositions

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

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      University of Michigan

      Liderar equipes

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Performance Management, Leadership, Goal Setting, Organizational Structure, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Employee Performance Management, Diversity and Inclusion

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Audio digital con Pure Data

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Digital Design, Instrumental Music, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Interoperability, Development Environment

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

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      Packt

      Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

      Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, IT Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogs, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy, Market Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Facilitating and Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Team Management, Team Motivation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Leadership, Business Priorities, Conflict Management, Goal Setting, Continuous Improvement Process

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Strategies for Heavy Lifting

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction, Engineering Management, Equipment Design, Construction Management, Engineering Practices, Hydraulics, Architecture and Construction, Mechanics, Safety Standards, Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Construction Inspection, Engineering Analysis

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    • Lean Management and Six Sigma Green Belt Program: Simplilearn
    • Estrategia de IT centrada en el cliente: University of Virginia
    • Fire Hydrant System: L&T EduTech
    • Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health : Imperial College London
    • The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Liderar equipes: University of Michigan
    • Audio digital con Pure Data: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Packt
    • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM

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