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EDUCBA
Master US GAAP: Analyze Foundations & Codification
By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain the purpose of US GAAP, analyze FASB’s standard-setting process, and apply the framework of the Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) to financial statement presentation. You will gain a strong foundation in the principles, objectives, and authority of US GAAP, including ASC 105 and ASC 205 guidance on presentation, comparatives, discontinued operations, and going concern. This course is ideal for students, accountants, and finance professionals seeking a comprehensive introduction to U.S. financial reporting standards. Through structured lessons, practice quizzes, and real-world examples, you will learn to interpret the GAAP framework, navigate ASC effectively, and apply codification updates. What makes this course unique is its balance between conceptual clarity and practical application, enabling you to confidently read, understand, and use GAAP standards. Completing this course builds the foundation for advanced GAAP modules on financial statements, equity, revenue, and consolidation.
Fundação Instituto de Administração
Teoria Geral da Administração para Executivos
O Curso Teoria Geral da Administração reúne a maioria dos conhecimentos de administração geral. O curso consiste de 5 módulos: I - Bases do Conhecimento; II - Escola Clássica; III - Modernidade; IV - Desempenho das Organizações; O curso é ministrado por meio de aulas gravadas, acompanhadas de projeções de slides com detalhes sobre cada tópico que o estudante está ouvindo. Ao final de todos os módulos o estudante conta com uma bateria de testes.
Google
Fundamentos do Suporte Técnico
Ele é o primeiro de uma série que visa prepará-lo para entrar no mercado de TI como especialista de suporte técnico. Neste curso, apresentaremos o mundo da Tecnologia da Informação, ou TI. Você aprenderá sobre diversas facetas da Tecnologia da Informação, como hardware, software, internet, resolução de problemas e atendimento ao cliente. Mostraremos como uma entrevista técnica costuma transcorrer e daremos dicas de como se preparar melhor para esse tipo de ocasião. Este curso abrange uma vasta gama de tópicos da TI, sendo projetado para mostrar um panorama do que está por vir neste programa de certificado. Ao final deste curso, você será capaz de: ● entender o funcionamento do sistema binário. ● montar um computador do zero. ● escolher e instalar um sistema operacional em um computador. ● entender o que é a internet, seu funcionamento e o seu impacto no mundo moderno. ● aprender como os aplicativos são criados e como eles funcionam internamente no computador. ● empregar métodos comuns de resolução de problemas e habilidades interpessoais em um ambiente de Tecnologia da Informação.
Duke University
GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work
This is a one-hour course for nontechnical audiences so they can understand how GenAI models are trained with the basics of the data science process through a simple interactive demo where they don't have to install or download any software.
Coursera
Secure Permissions Fast
By completing this course, learners will be able to assign and manage permissions that support collaboration, protect sensitive information, and conduct permission audits to ensure access aligns with compliance requirements. Secure Permissions Fast is designed for IT managers and security-minded leaders who need to make confident access decisions in dynamic environments. Rather than focusing on tools alone, this course helps learners build judgment around why permissions are granted, when they should be revisited, and how to evaluate risk. Through realistic scenarios, hands-on practice, and audit-focused exercises, learners apply targeted permission strategies and evaluate access using GDPR-informed principles such as least privilege and accountability. The course emphasizes decision-making over theory, helping learners move beyond “set-and-forget” access models. What makes this course unique is its focus on reasoning and defensibility. Learners don’t just configure permissions—they learn how to explain and justify access decisions to stakeholders, auditors, and leadership. By the end of the course, learners are equipped to manage permissions with confidence in compliance today.
Edureka
Power BI Essentials: Data Transformation & Modeling with DAX
This course equips business professionals, Power BI developers, and aspiring data strategists with the essential skills to transform raw data into actionable business intelligence using Power BI. You’ll begin by exploring the principles of data-driven decision-making — understanding how modern organizations harness analytics to inform strategy, optimize operations, and drive innovation. Through real-world examples, you’ll examine how Business Intelligence (BI) has evolved into a critical enabler of organizational agility and competitive advantage. Building on this foundation, the course introduces you to the Power BI ecosystem from its architecture and workflow to its integration within the Microsoft data landscape. You’ll learn to differentiate between traditional and modern BI tools, navigate Power BI Desktop and Service environments, and compare various versions and deployment models. Practical sessions guide you through installation, interface exploration, and connecting Power BI to diverse data sources. As you progress, you’ll master the end-to-end process of data preparation, transformation, and modeling. Using Power Query Editor, you’ll learn to clean, shape, and profile datasets for accuracy and quality. You’ll then design robust semantic data models by applying schema principles, managing relationships, and optimizing model performance for speed and scalability. These hands-on skills build the foundation for intelligent data storytelling and dashboard creation in later stages of your Power BI journey. The course culminates in a comprehensive introduction to Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), the powerful formula language that drives analytics in Power BI. You’ll develop fluency in writing DAX functions, creating calculated columns and measures, and understanding evaluation contexts. Advanced lessons introduce you to performance optimization and best practices for crafting efficient DAX expressions, preparing you to analyze data dynamically and with precision. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Explain the strategic importance of BI in enterprise data ecosystems. - Differentiate between Power BI Desktop, Service, and other BI platforms for appropriate architectural design. - Apply data transformation and integration techniques using Power Query Editor. - Design and optimize relational and semantic data models using schema design principles. - Develop efficient DAX formulas, calculated columns, and measures to enable advanced analytics. - Evaluate model performance and implement best practices for scalable Power BI solutions. This course is ideal for Power BI developers, BI architects, data engineers, and analytics professionals who aim to master the technical and architectural aspects of Power BI implementation. It bridges analytical design with engineering precision, preparing learners to architect data solutions that are reliable, scalable, and insight-driven. Join us to master the foundations of Power BI, where data meets intelligence to empower better, faster, and smarter business decisions.
University of California, Irvine
Programming for the Internet of Things Project
In this Capstone course, you will design a microcontroller-based embedded system. As an option, you can also build and test a system. The focus of your project will be to design the system so that it can be built on a low-cost budget for a real-world application. To complete this project you'll need to use all the skills you've learned in the course (programming microcontrollers, system design, interfacing, etc.). The project will include some core requirements, but leave room for your creativity in how you approach the project. In the end, you will produce a unique final project, suitable for showcasing to future potential employers. Note that for the three required assignments you do NOT need to purchase software and hardware to complete this course. There is an optional fourth assignment for students who wish to build and demonstrate their system using an Arduino or Raspberry Pi. Please also note that this course does not include discussion forums. Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Write a requirements specification document 2. Create a system-level design 3. Explore design options 4. Create a test plan
Packt
3D Trees with Blender Geometry Nodes
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this hands-on course, you'll learn to create realistic 3D trees using Blender’s Geometry Nodes. From building the basic structure to adding intricate details like branches, roots, and leaves, you’ll dive into a step-by-step process that gradually advances your skills. You'll also explore particle systems to simulate falling leaves, bringing your tree models to life in a dynamic way. By combining artistic techniques with the power of Geometry Nodes, you'll be able to create trees that feel natural and full of detail. The course starts with the fundamentals, including an introduction to Blender’s Geometry Nodes and the creation of the base tree generator. As you progress, you'll develop your skills by creating branches, adding internal data, and refining your tree’s structure. Advanced lessons cover displacement techniques, leaf generation, and particle simulations for more realism. This course is perfect for 3D artists, animation enthusiasts, and anyone interested in environmental modeling. While a basic understanding of Blender is helpful, this course is designed to guide you through each stage, from beginner to advanced techniques. By the end of the course, you will be able to create detailed and dynamic 3D trees using Blender, including tree structure, leaves, roots, and even particle-based effects like falling leaves. You will also be able to refine and texture your tree models to make them production-ready.
Packt
Game Development, Data Science, and Machine Learning
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this comprehensive course, you’ll gain hands-on experience with creating games using Pygame, delve into data science concepts with NumPy and Pandas, and explore machine learning techniques using Scikit-learn. You’ll start by building simple games, like a shooter game, and learn how to implement interactivity using Python. By integrating object-oriented programming, you will refactor game code for efficiency and scalability. Next, you’ll dive into data science, starting with the essentials of Jupyter Notebook and Jupyter Lab for data analysis. You’ll master key data manipulation skills with Pandas and NumPy, from handling arrays to working with CSV files. As you progress, you’ll learn how to visualize data with Matplotlib and refine machine learning models using real-world data. This course is designed to give you the practical knowledge and skills to apply game development techniques, data science methods, and machine learning strategies to real-world problems. Whether you're interested in building games or developing predictive models, this course will guide you through every step. The course is ideal for aspiring game developers, data scientists, and anyone interested in exploring Python-based programming applications. A basic understanding of Python programming is recommended.
Universidad de los Andes
Proyectos complejos: éxitos o fracasos
Bienvenido al curso proyectos complejos: éxitos o fracasos. Soy Andrés Felipe Gómez y te estaré acompañando las siguientes 4 semanas en donde vamos a explorar que factores me ayudan a incrementar la probabilidad de éxito cundo desarrollo un proyecto. Este curso introductorio busca brindarte las bases necesarias para determinar que hace que un proyecto sea un éxito, o un fracaso; algo de gran relevancia cuando hablamos de proyectos complejos, en los cuales la probabilidad de fracasar es más alta que en el resto de proyectos, dado que existen múltiples factores y componentes que afectan su desarrollo. Este curso busca brindarte las bases para que conozcas qué es un proyecto, por qué son necesarios los proyectos en las organizaciones, y qué necesito para incrementar las probabilidades de éxito de mi proyecto. Al finalizar este curso estarás en capacidad de identificar cuáles son los factores más importantes que debes tener en cuenta al realizar un proyecto en una organización, así como la incidencia de los diferentes interesados en el éxito, o fracaso, del mismo. Este curso lo pensamos para ti, con la calidad que la Universidad de los Andes les ofrece a sus alumnos. Adicionalmente, este curso ofrece 10 PDUs para aquellas personas certificadas como PMP, PMI-RMP o PMI-SP de acuerdo con el Triángulo del Talento del PMI(r). Los PDUs están distribuidos de la siguiente manera: Formas de trabajo – 4 PDUs Habilidades de poder – 2 PDUs Visión para los negocios – 4 PDUs
University of Amsterdam
Teaching in University Science Laboratories (Developing Best Practice)
This course is developed to improve the effectiveness of laboratory classes in higher education. It aims to support teachers to improve their teaching skills for active learning in university science laboratory courses. It will show you how laboratory sessions can differ with respect to their aim and expected learning outcomes, how to engage students for learning and how to cope with their different levels of pre-knowledge and experience and probe their understanding. Last but not least it will show how you could assess students in laboratory courses. This course is developed by ECTN (European Chemistry Thematic Network), Working group Lecturing Qualifications and Innovative Teaching Methods.
Packt
Introduction to Cloud-Native Architecture and Microservices
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will dive into the world of Cloud-Native architectures and practices, focusing on Microservices, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, and CI/CD. You will explore how Cloud-Native applications are designed for scalability and resilience, learning about the evolution of cloud hosting models from IaaS to Serverless. The course will provide hands-on experience with key tools and technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, empowering you to design, deploy, and manage microservices at scale. The course is divided into structured modules, starting with foundational knowledge about Cloud-Native and Cloud Platforms. You will progress into deep dives into microservices, containers, and container orchestration using Kubernetes. Along the way, you'll engage in practical hands-on projects that solidify your learning. This course is ideal for developers and DevOps engineers looking to master Cloud-Native applications and architectures. It requires familiarity with basic programming concepts and cloud computing principles. By the end of the course, you will be able to design and deploy microservices using Kubernetes, implement CI/CD pipelines, containerize applications, and use service mesh for complex microservice communications.
Digital Marketing Institute
Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing
Digital Marketing Institute is the global standard in Digital Marketing Certification. Our mission is to give our students the confidence and knowledge they need to advance in their careers through this specialization. Facebook is the oldest of the social networks, and the biggest, with approximately 2.7 billion monthly active users in 2021. Instagram has become a key platform for businesses striving to engage women aged 18 – 24 when shopping online. If teenagers and young adults are an important target audience, should businesses also include Snapchat in their social marketing mix? If you want to better understand the ever-changing social media landscape and the challenges marketers face to make their brand stand out from the crowd, this course will help you do so. You will learn how to get started with marketing on Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat. After completing this course, you will be able to: - • Set up and optimize a Facebook Page to promote a business • Use Facebook Ads Manager to build effective advertising campaigns • Differentiate between the advantages of including Instagram and Snapchat in advertising campaigns • Use best practices to help build a business’s brand with Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat This course also introduces how to measure the performance of Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat advertising campaigns using analytics. It covers the key metrics to track and how to derive insights using native platform tools. This is the third course in the Digital Marketing Institute’s Social Media Marketing specialization. On completion of all courses in your Specialization, you will also be awarded a Digital Marketing Institute Certified Digital Marketing Associate certification, along with three months of free Power Membership, allowing you to boost your career and unlock your next opportunity. 92% of DMI members have said their courses have had a positive impact on their careers, while 88% are now working at senior or manager level.
Coursera
Get Started with Wrike
Wrike is a versatile and customizable project management software that enables teams to coordinate tasks, track workflows and allows for easy and dynamic communication between team members. By the end of this project, you will learn about the utility of this digital project management tool, how to set up an account on Wrike and invite users to your workspace. You will familiarize yourself with the dashboard organization, learn how to create spaces, folders and projects, as well as creating tasks within a project. You will practice editing the task details and using the different view options to keep track of the tasks. Finally, you will learn how to use the calendar within Wrike, and how to create a calendar filter to show the tasks for a given project.
Microsoft
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Certification
Upon completion of this course, you will be adequately prepared to take Microsoft Applied Skill Secure Azure services and workloads with Microsoft Defender for Cloud regulatory compliance controls assessment. This course covers all necessary content and provides essential practice to boost your confidence and ensure success in the final Microsoft Applied Skills assessment that you may access on-demand at Microsoft Learn. This short course was designed to centralize your security needs for the over 200 Azure Services today, that blend across all categories of Azure Cloud. Once you have completed this course, you will be amazed at how you can consolidate numerous, cumbersome processes into a centralized hub, streamline efficiency, expedite tasks and minimize the risk of overlooking any crucial steps. By the end of this 1.5-hour course, you will be able to: Prepare the Microsoft Azure Lab Environment Create and Configure Log Analytics workspace for Microsoft Defender for Cloud Prepare an environment in Microsoft Defender for Cloud to defend cloud services against threats Simplify and assemble a log agent to employ centralization Prepare and Implement an Azure Key Vault Some new skills and tips you will take away are: What are Workspaces and KQL Query and why you need them Learning about how threats grow to your environment and how Microsoft Defender for Cloud evolves to assist with them How Log Agents will take all your loose end security fears and centralize them for a more confident solution Using Azure Key Vaults to lock away secrets and certificates, and how to create policies to access them by only the right users This course is unique because your expert guide will take you on the journey of Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and point you to the most important resources, without you having to dig through the documentation, and help menus to get what you need. Once you experience this course, you will know exactly where to begin, applying your new skills daily, and how to keep up with the future of Cloud Security. Although the course does not expect pre-requisite classes to be successful in this course, it will be helpful if you have some experience with terminology, or working with Azure Services, such as Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Firewalls, DNS, and Network Security Groups. Good News! You can obtain a free Azure Trial Account Here: https://azure.microsoft.com/ to perform the hands on labs. (We highly recommend NOT using your work account as we will be putting hands on labs into the account that could interfere with your current setup). https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/purchase-options/azure-account Want more great news? Microsoft Defender for Cloud is free for your first 30 days, so you will get to see the environment, use it hands on, at no cost to the learner. Earn your Microsoft Applied Skills: Secure Azure services and workloads with Microsoft Defender for Cloud regulatory compliance controls credential by passing the online, on-demand assessment at the Microsoft Learn website.
Amazon Web Services
Essentials of Prompt Engineering
In this course, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of crafting effective prompts. You will gain an understanding of how to refine and optimize prompts for a range of use cases. You will also explore techniques like zero-shot, few-shot, and chain-of-thought prompting. Finally, you will learn to identify potential risks associated with prompt engineering.