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    Learn systems thinking for solving complex problems. Understand how to view systems holistically and apply systems thinking principles.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Embedded Linux Development

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), System Programming, Embedded Software, Software Testing, Embedded Systems, Linux, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Docker (Software), Git (Version Control System), Containerization, Linux Commands, Unix, Shell Script, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, File Systems, IBM WebSphere MQ, Operating Systems

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      AI Foundations for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Workflow Management, Natural Language Processing, Data Governance, Application Deployment, Large Language Modeling, Computer Science, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Deep Learning, Business Intelligence, Business Ethics, Business Process Automation, Robotic Process Automation, Data Science

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Assurance, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Accident Prevention, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Analysis

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management, FinTech, Change Management, Emerging Technologies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Independent Thinking, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Research, Complex Problem Solving

      4.6
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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, User Research, Culture Transformation, Creative Problem-Solving, Qualitative Research, Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Centered Design, Solution Design, Creative Thinking, Organizational Change, Innovation, Empathy, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Thought Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Technical Support Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Customer Support, End User Training and Support, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Computer Architecture, Technical Communication, Linux, Microsoft Windows

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Reliability, Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, Hardware Architecture, Software Design, Debugging, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Code Review, Software Systems, System Programming, Linux, Systems Architecture, Real Time Data, Operating Systems, OS Process Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Network Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Middleware, Containerization, Software-Defined Networking, NoSQL

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Introduction to Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Conceptual Design, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Requirements Elicitation, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Engineering Design Process, System Design and Implementation, Concept Of Operations, Configuration Management, Prototyping, System Requirements, Design Reviews, Verification And Validation

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Network Protocols, Computer Science, Functional Design

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular systems thinking courses

    • Advanced Embedded Linux Development: University of Colorado Boulder
    • AI Foundations for Everyone: IBM
    • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I): Johns Hopkins University
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Design Thinking: IESE Business School
    • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
    • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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