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University of Michigan
Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent
“Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent” explores the importance of finding and cultivating talent that transforms your organization. Learn how strategic human capital management drives organizational success and empowers you to align talent management with company goals. Develop a comprehensive framework for leadership and management that fully leverages human capital, equipping you to navigate the complexities of modern HR. Gain valuable skills in identifying and growing talent through proven human resources frameworks, and understand how to leverage these skills throughout your organization’s strategy execution. In addition to building your talent acquisition skills, this course explores the role of technology, including AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices. Gain insights into using these innovations to enhance decision-making and strategic planning. By engaging with these topics, you'll understand how to assess and implement strategies that align with your organization's broader objectives. This is the second course in “Extraordinary Human Capital Management,” a course series for human resource professionals interested in advancing their skills to align with organizational and employee needs.
University of Colorado Boulder
Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5361, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. Hardware Description Languages for Logic Design enables students to design circuits using VHDL and Verilog, the most widespread design methods for FPGA Design. It uses natural learning processes to make learning the languages easy. Simple first examples are presented, then language rules and syntax, followed by more complex examples, and then finally use of test bench simulations to verify correctness of the designs. Lecture presentations are reinforced by many programming example problems so that skill in the languages is obtained. After completing this course, each student will have fundamental proficiency in both languages, and more importantly enough knowledge to continue learning and gaining expertise in Verilog and VHDL on their own. This course includes specific hardware and software requirements. Please review the FAQ below for complete details.
Coursera
Bitbucket Pipelines for CI/CD Automation
DevOps has become a core aspect of the everyday development process. Being able to automate common tasks like testing, building, and deploying software allows developers to be more efficient and effective. This comprehensive course equips DevOps specalists and software developers with essential skills to build Bitbucket CI/CD pipelines into their development processes. Through hands-on labs using industry standard tools like Bitbucket, you'll master the process of building CI/CD pipelines and integrating the DevOps workflow. By course completion, you'll confidently be able to build pipelines that integrate build, test, and deployment tasks into your deveopment workflow. This course provides the practical expertise required to enhance your development process and automate the common tasks you have. This course is designed for DevOps specialists and software developers eager to integrate CI/CD automation into their workflows using Bitbucket Pipelines. With a basic understanding of programming concepts, you'll learn how to build and configure Bitbucket pipelines for tasks like testing, building, and deploying software. Ideal for those looking to automate and streamline their development process, this course provides hands-on experience and practical skills for enhancing your DevOps practices. A basic understanding of any programming language means being familiar with concepts like variables, loops, conditionals, and functions. You don’t need to be an expert, but having a grasp of these basics will help you work with code, automate tasks, and troubleshoot effectively throughout this course. By the end of this course, you will have the practical expertise to seamlessly integrate Bitbucket Pipelines into your development process, automating tasks like testing, building, and deployment. With hands-on experience, you'll be ready to enhance your workflows and boost your productivity in real-world DevOps environments.
Coursera
How to Optimize Your Instagram Account
By the end of this project, you will identify the Ins and outs of Instagram. This will help you create content for the algorithm, which will enable you to grow your account and monetize it in the future.Throughout the project, you will be able to to make the best decisions for your Instagram account, along with applying the best tools and methods to boost your engagement and reach- in accordance with the Instagram algorithm. Moreover, we will go over how to write an Instagram bio and we will use different tools to create Instagram story highlights that are essential for your business. This guided project is best for Instagram users who are looking towards growing their account and increasing their business presence through Instagram In this project we will use some free tools like Canva, which will help you make different designs easily and the best thing about Canva is that it’s free!
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Eye tracking y el estudio de la percepción visual
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué parte de una imagen o de una película capta más la atención? ¿O te has preguntado qué miran los usuarios mientras navegan por tu página web? ¿O, quizás, quieres evaluar el diseño de una interfaz y averiguar los patrones de lectura de los usuarios? La técnica del eye tracking te permite estudiar la percepción visual de espectadores y usuarios mientras miran o navegan por las imágenes. En este curso podrás conocer en profundidad la técnica, aprender a hacer diseños experimentales, a ejecutar estudios concretos, a crear tu propio laboratorio, a analizar y a redactar informes profesionales al respecto. Si te interesa el ámbito del diseño, la usabilidad o la investigación en percepción visual, este curso podrá darte información relevante para crear obras visuales más efectivas.
Coursera
Create a Facebook Shop in Commerce Manager
In this 1-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to build a Facebook shop, customize it and list products on it. You can use your existing Facebook page or create a brand new page for the purpose of this project. I will guide you step by step throughout the entire process of setting up a Facebook shop. We will also explore and choose an appropriate checkout method. By the end of this project, you will be confident in selling your products through Facebook shops. Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
Coursera
How to Use The IFE-EFE Matrix for Strategic Analysis
In this 1-hour long project-based course, you will be able to analyze your organization and identify your competitive advantage with the Internal Factor Evaluation-External Factor Evaluation (IFE-EFE) matrix. IFE-EFE matrix is strategic management tools used for input stage of strategy formulation. The IFE is focused on the internal dimension of the organization by looking at the strengths and weaknesses. While the EFE is concerned with the external factors by focusing on the opportunities and threats the organization is exposed to. The IFE-EFE matrix is created by assigning weight to each of the factors based on their perceived impact. Then the factors are ranked based on the company performance on each. The weighted score is determined by multiplying the weight by the ranks. Finally, the information on the overall scores of the IFE- EFE would reveal if the company meets the threshold to survive the competitiveness of the industry. To demonstrate the application of the IFE-EFE matrix, we will use a spreadsheet to analyze a division of our energy services company together. The example of the case study would empower you to use the model to analyze your company or any other company of your choice. The project is for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want have a deep insight on how their internal and external factors determines their competitiveness. Also, for strategist who are interested in helping organization in making informed strategic decisions. At the end of the project, you will be able to use the IFE-EFE matrix to create a competitive advantage
Coursera
Navigating Generative AI: A CEO Playbook
This is a shortened, executive summary of our comprehensive program, Navigating Generative for Leaders. Start your journey in this accelerated 4-hour course. If you need to go deeper your progress will carry over into our longer program. Created by Coursera's CEO, this course is your quick-start guide to unlocking the transformative power of GenAI for your organization. It features hands-on labs with access to Google Gemini Pro in a secure, private environment. These labs not only teach you how to use GenAI, but also how to apply it to design your GenAI strategy, identify specific opportunities to enhance customer value, and increase productivity. Learn from the best in the field, including Andrew Ng, worldwide AI expert and Coursera co-founder; Clara Shih, CEO of Salesforce AI; and Hayden Brown, CEO of Upwork. These expert insights, updated quarterly, will keep you at the cutting edge of GenAI developments. Embrace the future of AI with confidence. Get started on your AI journey today.
Logical Operations
Microsoft Project 2019–2024/365: Part 1
Welcome to Microsoft® Project® 2019-2024/365: Part 1. This course is designed to familiarize you with the basic features and functions of Microsoft Project so you can effectively and efficiently manage projects in a real-world environment. This course covers the critical knowledge and skills a project manager needs to create a project plan with Microsoft Project during the planning phase of a project. In other words, if your supervisor assigns you to lead a project, this course will enable you to draft a project plan with Microsoft Project and share it with your supervisor (and others) for review and approval. This material will benefit users of any current Project desktop version. The course environment setup is based on Project 2021. This course is designed for professionals who manage projects and need to be able to use Microsoft Project to create basic project plans. Some knowledge and understanding of project management concepts will be helpful, along with general desktop computer skills. In this course, you will: identify project management concepts and navigate Microsoft Project Professional, create a new project plan, add tasks to a project, manage task relationships within a project, manage project resources, and optimize and share a project plan. The subject of this course is the Microsoft Project desktop app. A brief description of the Project for the web and the Project Online apps is presented in the Appendix. Note: You can procure a license for the Project desktop app in one of two ways: purchasing a cloud-based subscription or an on-premises license. Project Online is included in both of the following purchase options: Cloud-based subscription: Project Plan 3 or 5. (Microsoft Project is not included in the Microsoft 365 plans. A separate subscription plan is required.) On-premises solution: Project Professional 2021.
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Graphs and Networks
Master the mathematical and computational foundations of graph theory and network analysis in this comprehensive course for problem-solvers and analytical thinkers. Explore how graphs model real-world systems—such as social networks, transportation grids, communication systems, and biological pathways. Begin with core concepts like graph properties, connectivity, and planarity, then advance to topics like graph coloring, matching algorithms, network flows, and optimization. Learn to design efficient algorithms, analyze centrality measures, compute maximum flows, and solve minimal cost flow problems. Through mathematical rigor and practical application, you’ll develop both theoretical insight and hands-on problem-solving skills. Applications span scheduling, frequency assignment, image processing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Ideal for aspiring researchers, data scientists, and network engineers, this course equips you with essential tools to analyze, optimize, and visualize interconnected systems across diverse domains.
EDUCBA
Houdini FX: Model, Animate & Optimize 3D Workflows
By the end of this course, learners will analyze Boolean operations, implement procedural modeling tools, optimize workflows, and design polished animations using Houdini FX. They will gain practical expertise in using pivots, channels, construction planes, and snapping tools for precision modeling, while also learning how to apply dynamic parenting, path animation, and NURBS geometry to build complex 3D scenes. This course is designed for aspiring 3D artists, animators, and technical directors who want to harness the full potential of Houdini’s node-based, non-destructive workflows. Through step-by-step modules, learners will not only explore essential modeling and transformation techniques but also evaluate shading, sampling, and scaling options to achieve professional-grade results. What makes this course unique is its balance of creative artistry and technical depth: learners will master scripting attachments for automation, refine geometry with precision tools like the Ray SOP and Revolve, and customize desktops and interfaces for productivity. By completing this course, learners will be fully equipped to create, animate, and optimize 3D assets with industry-standard techniques in Houdini FX.
Packt
Data Analytics in Excel Using Real-World Examples
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 gain practical skills in data analytics using Excel. You’ll start by mastering basic functions like viewing, entering, and formatting data. From there, you'll explore powerful data management techniques including cleaning, sorting, filtering, and using pivot tables to summarize large datasets. The course also covers advanced functions such as concatenation, SUMIF, and complex criteria handling, helping you to better analyze data and make informed decisions. The second part of the course takes you through the use of Excel's What-If Analysis tools and the Analysis ToolPak for deeper statistical insights. You’ll work through scenarios to improve your decision-making capabilities by utilizing tools like Scenario Manager, Data Tables, and Goal Seek. You will also learn to work with advanced functions such as correlation, covariance, and descriptive statistics. This course is designed for anyone looking to enhance their data analytics skills using Excel, from beginners to more experienced users. Whether you are managing financial data, conducting market analysis, or working with large datasets, this course provides the necessary tools to excel in data analysis and reporting.
EDUCBA
Analyze Digital Banking and Fintech Transformation
By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain digital banking concepts, analyze fintech-driven innovations, evaluate regulatory and security frameworks, and assess digital lending models shaping the future of financial services. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to digital banking and fintech transformation, covering foundational concepts, technological evolution, innovation trends, and real-world applications through case studies. Learners will explore how digital banking improves efficiency, accessibility, and customer experience while also understanding the opportunities and challenges faced by financial institutions in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. The course further examines fintech financing, digital lending platforms, non-bank lenders, and regulatory frameworks, helping learners understand how technology and regulation interact to ensure secure, compliant, and sustainable banking operations. A strong emphasis is placed on security frameworks and risk management, equipping learners with knowledge critical for maintaining trust in digital financial systems. What makes this course unique is its balanced, end-to-end perspective—combining concepts, innovation, compliance, lending, and security into a single, structured learning journey. Designed for students, professionals, and aspiring fintech practitioners, this course enables learners to build industry-relevant skills and confidently navigate the digital transformation of modern banking.
Macquarie University
Cyber Security: Essentials for Managers and Leaders
Lead with Confidence. Govern with Clarity. Secure What Matters. In an era where cyber threats are a constant presence, leadership is no longer optional in the fight against cybercrime, it’s essential. Cyber security can no longer sit solely with the IT team. Boards, executives, and senior managers must be prepared to ask the right questions, interpret the right data, and make the right decisions. Cyber Starts at the Top This course is built specifically for non-technical leaders, CFOs, Strategy Officers, Chiefs of Staff, Operations Directors, and other decision-makers who want to confidently lead in a digital world. Whether you're shaping strategy, overseeing risk, or governing transformation, cyber security is now part of your leadership responsibility. Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy, ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and a national leader in cyber security education, this course bridges the communication gap between cyber specialists and business leaders, empowering you to lead with insight and clarity. Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to: - Understand cyber threats, risks, and mitigation strategies in plain language, no jargon, no fluff. - Align cyber security goals with your organisation’s strategic priorities and risk appetite. - Read and interpret cyber metrics, dashboards, and board-level reports with confidence. - Communicate effectively with security teams and non-technical stakeholders alike. - Navigate key legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks to make informed governance decisions. - Champion a security-first culture and drive meaningful behavioural change from the top down. Why It Matters Cyber security failures are no longer just technical issues; they’re business, financial, and reputational crises. From operational disruptions and legal consequences to loss of customer trust, the impact of cyber incidents reaches every corner of an organisation. Leaders who understand and engage in cyber governance are better equipped to prevent, manage, and recover from these challenges. Designed for Influence Cyber Security for Managers and Leaders is self-paced, practical, and designed for immediate relevance. It’s ideal for executives, senior managers, and team leads who want to make informed decisions, oversee risk, and lead their organisation’s cyber security strategy with clarity and conviction. Cyber resilience is a leadership competency. This is where it begins.
Coursera
Analyze AI to Amplify Brand Success
AI assistants are reshaping how people perceive brands. This beginner-friendly course helps you combine a co-marketing strategy with AI-driven insights to strengthen campaigns and brand reputation. You’ll learn how to plan collaborative marketing initiatives, define shared goals, and measure performance using simple, effective metrics. Then, you’ll explore how tools like ChatGPT, Siri, and Copilot describe brands—and how to evaluate that sentiment to improve messaging. Through short videos, practical readings, and hands-on labs, you’ll create a mini co-marketing plan, run an AI sentiment audit, and complete a final challenge connecting both skills. By the end, you’ll know how to use AI insights to design smarter campaigns, refine tone, and gain a competitive edge in digital marketing.
Google Cloud
Preparing for your Cloud Database Engineer Journey
This course helps learners prepare for the Professional Cloud Database Engineer (PCDBE) Certification exam. Learners will be exposed to and engage with exam topics through a series of lectures, diagnostic questions, and knowledge checks. After completing this course, learners will have a personalized workbook that will guide them through the rest of their certification readiness journey.