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      University of Alberta

      Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Art History, Immigration Law, Performing Arts, Diversity Awareness, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Music History, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Public History, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Advocacy, Music

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      A Crash Course in Causality: Inferring Causal Effects from Observational Data

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Research Design, Graph Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      564 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      The Art of Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Content Creation, Writing, Empathy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      898 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google

      Skills you'll gain: IT Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Network Security, OSI Models, Hardening, Package and Software Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, User Accounts, TCP/IP, Computer Security Awareness Training, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Help Desk Support

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI Assistants

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Personalized Service, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Expense Management, Productivity Software, Travel Arrangements, Innovation, Scenario Testing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      421 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      The Power of Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Inference, Probability, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, A/B Testing, Sample Size Determination, Jupyter, Technical Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      788 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Management, Storytelling, Business Ethics, Social Media, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Writing, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      676 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Claves de la Dirección de Empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Financial Statements, People Management, Balance Sheet, Financial Data, Financial Accounting, Product Marketing, Leadership Development, Marketing, Accrual Accounting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Working Capital, General Accounting, Financial Analysis, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Business, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Business and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Manufacturing Operations, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Operational Efficiency, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Business Ethics, Marketing Psychology, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Business Management, Marketing Analytics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      353 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Law Practice Management Software, Artificial Intelligence, Experimentation, Legal Strategy, Communication, Legal Risk, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Leadership, Prioritization, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Editing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Entrepreneurship: Launching an Innovative Business

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Commercialization, Business Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, New Product Development, Sales Pipelines, Sales Strategy, Ideation, Sales Presentation, Product Development, Team Building, Business Strategies, Design Thinking, Capital Markets, Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Payroll and Tax Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Tax, Labor Law, Labor Compliance, Compensation and Benefits, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular free courses

    • Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures: University of Alberta
    • A Crash Course in Causality: Inferring Causal Effects from Observational Data: University of Pennsylvania
    • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
    • Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google: Google
    • OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI Assistants: Vanderbilt University
    • The Power of Statistics: Google
    • Introduction to Public Relations and the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Claves de la Dirección de Empresas: IESE Business School
    • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
    • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan

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    Free courses offer an accessible way to explore new topics, build skills, and learn from top institutions—without financial commitment. They can help you discover interests, gain practical knowledge, and take the first step toward larger learning goals. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing existing skills, free learning options give you the freedom to grow on your terms.

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    Coursera offers thousands of free courses across topics like data science, business, health, computer science, personal development, and more. While you can explore lectures and course content at no cost, some features—like assessments and certificates—may require payment.‎

    Yes, but certificates are typically not included in the free version of a course. To earn a certificate, you’ll usually need to pay for the course or apply financial aid if available. You can still learn all the material for free through audit mode.‎

    To start a course for free, choose the “Audit the course” or “Enroll for free” option during sign-up. This lets you access video lectures and some assignments without payment. Look for courses labeled as “Free” or those that offer a free audit option.‎

    Auditing a course gives you free access to the learning materials, like videos and reading content. Paying for a course unlocks graded assignments, assessments, and a certificate upon completion—which may be useful for showcasing your skills or professional development.‎

    Yes, many free courses are taught by instructors from top institutions like Stanford, Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and companies like IBM. These courses offer an accessible way to learn from leading educators and professionals around the world.‎

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