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The University of Melbourne
The Language and Tools of Financial Analysis
In this course, participants will learn the foundations of accounting principles and financial analysis, develop an understanding of the links between these, and the measurement of value creation at the firm level. This is the first course in a four-course Specialization on the Essentials of Corporate Financial Analysis and Decision-Making, created in partnership between the University of Melbourne and Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon). View the MOOC promotional video here: http://tinyurl.com/jeoa83t
Packt
Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass
Updated in May 2025. This course now 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. This masterclass is designed to transform your understanding of Java by delving into the intricacies of multithreading and parallel programming. Beginning with the basics, you'll learn what processes and threads are, and understand the differences between parallel, concurrent, asynchronous, and non-blocking operations. The course then progresses to advanced concepts such as thread management, including creation, prioritization, and exception handling, with practical projects like parallel text file processing. You'll explore the critical area of thread synchronization, mastering the use of synchronized keywords, locks, semaphores, and condition variables through detailed examples and projects. The course further delves into reusability with thread pools, explaining their implementation, performance monitoring, and effective sizing. Parallel algorithms and famous multithreading problems are tackled, providing you with the knowledge to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios. Real-world application modules cover integrating multithreading with modern Java frameworks like Spring Boot and RxJava and using JavaFX for UI responsiveness. By the end of this masterclass, you'll have a thorough grasp of multithreading, enabling you to write efficient, high-performance Java applications that leverage the power of concurrent programming. This course is ideal for intermediate to advanced Java developers who have a foundational understanding of Java programming. Prior experience with basic multithreading concepts is beneficial but not mandatory. Enthusiasts looking to enhance their performance optimization skills and tackle complex concurrency issues will find this course invaluable.
Berklee
Copyright Law in the Music Business
In this course taught by E. Michael Harrington, you will learn the basis for copyright including what is and is not covered by copyright law. This course will help clarify what rights artists have as creators as well as what the public is free to take from their work. You will also learn what to do if someone copies your work and what to do if you are accused of copying someone else. Finally, the course will discuss how technology has changed copyright for the better (and worse) and how copyright laws may change in the coming years.
SkillUp
Digital Advertising
Successful digital ad campaigns generate $4.33 for every $1 spent (Statista). Marketers with strong digital advertising skills are in high demand! This course gives marketers, small business owners, D2C founders, and freelancers the foundation to run successful digital advertising campaigns. During this course, you'll explore the core elements of digital advertising—search engine marketing (SEM), keyword search, bidding strategies, and ad grouping. You'll learn techniques for planning and optimizing Google search campaigns. You'll dive into B2B marketing, lead generation, advertising strategies, audience targeting, and ad formats. Plus, you'll look at all major social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. You'll also learn about shopping campaigns on Google and influencer marketing fundamentals, including selecting, evaluating, and collaborating with influencers effectively. And you will learn about how digital advertising is evolving with generative AI. Through hands-on labs and real-world applications, you'll gain experience creating and optimizing campaigns using data-driven strategies. You will use tools like Shown.io and Facebook Ad Account to maximize return on investment (ROI). If you're keen to build high-performing ad campaigns that generate real results, ENROLL today!
Johns Hopkins University
Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced
A leader in a data driven world requires the knowledge of both data-related (statistical) methods and of appropriate models to use that data. This Business Analytics class focuses on the latter: it introduces students to analytical frameworks used for decision making though Excel modeling. These include Linear and Integer Optimization, Decision Analysis, and Risk modeling. For each methodology students are first exposed to the basic mechanics, and then apply the methodology to real-world business problems using Excel. Emphasis will be not on the "how-to" of Excel, but rather on formulating problems, translating those formulations into useful models, optimizing and/or displaying the models, and interpreting results. The course will prepare managers who are comfortable with translating trade-offs into models, understanding the output of the software, and who are appreciative of quantitative approaches to decision making. Business analytics makes extensive use of data and modeling to drive decision making in organizations. This class focuses on introducing students to analytical frameworks used for decision making to make sense of the data, starting from the basics of Excel and working up to advanced modeling techniques.
EDUCBA
Master AutoCAD Drafting: Create, Organize & Document
Learners will be able to create precise 2D geometry, organize drawings using layers, apply professional dimensions, manage sheet layouts, and document projects with part lists, notes, and revision tables. This comprehensive AutoCAD course guides learners through a complete, real-world drafting workflow by developing a detailed housing component from scratch. Designed for students with basic AutoCAD experience, the course progressively builds skills—starting with foundational geometry and advancing toward industry-standard documentation practices. Through step-by-step drafting, layout preparation, viewport control, and structured annotation, learners gain the confidence to produce clean, professional, and production-ready drawings. The hands-on practice modules reinforce every technique, ensuring learners understand not only how to draw but also why specific drafting standards matter in engineering environments. What makes this course unique is its project-based approach, combining practical exercises, detailed walk-throughs, and advanced workflow techniques used by professionals. By the end of the course, learners complete a fully documented drawing package that demonstrates mastery of AutoCAD drafting essentials.
Pearson
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 5
In this course, you'll delve into the intricacies of building and implementing robust physical and logical cloud infrastructures, while mastering essential operational controls and standards. This course is tailored for IT professionals seeking to enhance their cloud security acumen and ensure resilient, secure cloud environments.
EDUCBA
Master Power BI Analytics & Dashboards with DAX
Learners will analyze business data, design interactive dashboards, build efficient data models, apply DAX calculations, and optimize Power BI solutions using industry best practices. This comprehensive course takes learners from the fundamentals of Microsoft Power BI to advanced analytics and DAX mastery. Starting with Power BI concepts, architecture, and data import, the course progressively builds skills in data modeling, transformation with Power Query, and visual analytics. Learners gain hands-on understanding of relationships, cardinality, and performance considerations, followed by deep dives into dashboards, apps, security, sharing, and automation. The course culminates with strong coverage of DAX functions, optimization techniques, cheat sheets, and productivity tips aligned with real-world business scenarios. Learners benefit by developing job-ready Power BI skills that are immediately applicable in business intelligence, data analysis, and reporting roles. The structured, module-based approach ensures gradual skill progression, reinforced through practice quizzes and graded assessments. What makes this course unique is its end-to-end coverage—from beginner to advanced—combined with a strong focus on best practices, governance, and real-world usability rather than isolated features. By completion, learners can confidently design, optimize, and maintain scalable Power BI solutions for professional environments.
University of Cape Town
Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms
In the education of children with visual impairment, there is a global movement away from segregated special schooling, and towards inclusive neighbourhood schools. Inclusion provides an opportunity for everyone, teachers as well as learners, to become more acquainted about life with visual impairment and to overcome some of the barriers of difference which have existed in the past. But if it is to be successful, teachers and others require key skills and insights in order to create classroom environments that fully accommodate the learning needs of children with visual impairment. In this course, you will discover the visually impaired child by recognizing that there are many different eye conditions and that each affects learning and behavior differently. During the course, we will explore the Expanded Core Curriculum, which is a collection of content areas that teachers integrate into the core curriculum to give visually impaired learners access to knowledge that sighted learners gain through observation. You will also learn how to make your classroom, the content, your teaching, and the assessments accessible through curriculum differentiation strategies. By the end of the course, you will have the necessary tools to create empowering classrooms where you can teach children with visual impairment in an inclusive, accessible, and attuned space. You will be able to purchase a Verified Certificate if you wish to show evidence of your achievements, but this is optional, and you may apply for Financial Aid if you are unable to pay the certificate fee.
EDUCBA
TensorFlow: Build & Deploy Face Mask Detection
Learners completing this course will be able to install and configure TensorFlow, create and execute variables, implement linear models, and apply deep learning frameworks to real-world projects. They will also gain practical skills in training, saving, and deploying models for computer vision tasks such as face mask detection. This course begins by building strong foundations in TensorFlow, guiding learners through installation, setup, data types, variables, and model execution. Once comfortable with the basics, learners progress to a hands-on project—implementing a face mask detection application using TensorFlow and Keras. The project-based approach ensures that learners not only understand theoretical concepts but also gain experience applying them in a real-world scenario. By the end of the course, learners will have mastered the essential workflow of building and training models, leveraging pretrained networks, and making predictions with confidence. The combination of foundational concepts and applied project work makes this course unique, offering both academic rigor and industry relevance. Whether preparing for a career in AI or enhancing existing skills, this course provides the knowledge and practice required to thrive in machine learning projects.
Johns Hopkins University
Data Use for Disease Control & Global Health Decision-Making
- Conduct epidemiologic surveillance to inform decision-making - Apply best practices for healthcare data collection and analysis - Apply the lessons learned from the polio eradication effort This informative three-week course will prepare you to meet the challenges of conducting epidemiologic surveillance to gather data to inform decision-making and planning. Using the polio eradication effort as a case study, you’ll address the application of surveillance systems in a wide variety of settings. Throughout the course, you’ll reflect on and apply the lessons learned from the global polio eradication initiative, an effort led by the World Health Organisation resolved to eradicate the disease poliomyelitis. You will learn lessons from this initiative - the largest of its kind in history -and will apply data for decision-making going forward. You’ll also discuss the challenges and strategies that can be presented when applying data. You will identify various different epidemiological systems in countries, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo and Nigeria, and on how to conduct data collection in remote areas. Then, you will discuss the best practices for conducting epidemiologic surveillance in a wide range of locations and will come to a range of solutions for the conclusion of how to conduct and use data in a variety of different situations.
EDUCBA
Master HTML5 Fundamentals: Build, Design & Apply
By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify the foundations of the web, analyze the evolution of HTML, apply semantic elements, implement smarter forms, and create multimedia-rich, standards-compliant web pages. This comprehensive HTML5 course is designed for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in modern web development. Starting with the history of the web and browser wars, learners will explore how HTML5 emerged as a transformative standard. They will then demonstrate practical skills by adding CSS and JavaScript, differentiate semantic tags, and construct accessible and user-friendly forms with built-in validations. The course further guides learners to embed multimedia, utilize new input types, and design graphics using the element. What makes this course unique is its step-by-step structure, clear module objectives, and practical emphasis on real-world application. With engaging examples and resources, learners will gain confidence to not only understand HTML5 concepts but also apply them to create engaging, future-ready websites. Whether aspiring web developers, designers, or professionals refreshing their skills, learners will walk away empowered with job-ready HTML5 expertise.
Università di Napoli Federico II
English Elementary A2
Do you want to improve your English for your studies, your job, or personal interests? You are in the right place! Our Elementary course gives you the tools you need to start connecting with English speakers at work and in other everyday situations. By the end of the course you will be able to have simple conversations, understand and express basic opinions and tell or write short narratives using connectors. This is a video and situation-based course, with lots of opportunities to interact with the content and with the learning community. You will develop and practice your language skills as well as your grammar and vocabulary.
Board Infinity
Mastering Test Management and Tools
This course provides a comprehensive guide to managing test activities and using tools effectively throughout the software testing process. Learners will gain an in-depth understanding of test planning, risk management, monitoring, control, and completion of testing activities. The course also covers essential configuration and defect management practices, and explores the wide range of test tools and automation techniques available to enhance testing efficiency. Through detailed video lectures and practical insights, participants will learn how to leverage test management strategies and tools to achieve high-quality software delivery. Learning Objectives: 1. Develop effective test plans, strategies, and risk management techniques. 2. Manage test activities, including monitoring, control, and completion processes. 3. Implement configuration and defect management practices to maintain software quality. 4. Utilize various test tools and automation techniques to enhance testing efficiency. Target Audience: This course is designed for software testers, QA professionals, test managers, and anyone involved in managing testing activities and using test tools. It is suitable for those who want to deepen their knowledge of test management practices and explore the use of tools and automation in software testing. Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with ISTQB or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not an official preparation material of ISTQB. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.
University of California San Diego
Teaching Impacts of Technology: Workplace of the Future
In this course you’ll focus on how the Internet has enabled new careers and changed expectations in traditional work settings, creating a new vision for the workplace of the future. This will be done through a series of paired teaching sections, exploring a specific “Impact of Computing” in your typical day and the “Technologies and Computing Concepts” that enable that impact, all at a K12-appropriate level. This course is part of a larger Specialization through which you’ll learn impacts of computing concepts you need to know, organized into 5 distinct digital “worlds”, as well as learn pedagogical techniques and evaluate lesson plans and resources to utilize in your classroom. By the end, you’ll be prepared to teach pre-college learners to be both savvy and effective participants in their digital world. In this particular digital world (careers and work), you’ll explore the following Impacts & Technology pairs -- Impacts (Getting jobs in new ways): technology based freelancing, Linkedin and how it changed the way we work Technology and Computing Concepts: Data retrieval, data vs metadata, SQL, Boolean logic (AND, OR, NOT) Impacts (Physical ties to work restricts people and businesses): work communication, the cloud, cloud computing, companies affected by ransomware attacks Technology and Computing Concepts: how the cloud works, FTP, cloud storage, clients and servers, scalability basics, fault tolerance, AWS, devops Impacts (Advancing your career in the fast moving technical world): digital technology changing jobs, online classes, machines replacing jobs, data science and artificial intelligence In the pedagogy section for this course, in which best practices for teaching computing concepts are explored, you’ll learn how to effectively explore and critique curricular material you find and practice reviewing lesson plans, with a focus on material aimed at learning HTML. In terms of CSTA K-12 computer science standards, we’ll primarily cover learning objectives within the “impacts of computing” concept, while also including some within the “networks and the Internet” concepts and the “data and analysis” concept. Practices we cover include “fostering and inclusive computing culture”, “recognizing and defining computational problems”, and “communicating about computing”.
University of California, Irvine
Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi
The Raspberry Pi uses a variety of input/output devices based on protocols such as HDMI, USB, and Ethernet to communicate with the outside world. In this class you will learn how to use these protocols with other external devices (sensors, motors, GPS, orientation, LCD screens etc.) to get your IoT device to interact with the real world. Most physical devices use analog signals; however computer hardware is digital so in this class you will learn how these signals are converted back-and-forth and how this must be considered as you program your device. The basic design of a sensor-actuator system will also be covered. You will also learn how to build more sophisticated hardware systems using Raspberry Pi expansion boards to create fun and exciting IoT devices. Please note that this course does not include discussion forums.