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Coursera

Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)

Pre-MBA Statistics (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis

Dive into the world of statistics with our Pre-MBA Statistics course on Coursera. This foundational program is designed for aspiring MBA students who want to understand how to use statistical tools to make informed decisions based on data analysis. Whether you're new to statistics or looking to refresh your knowledge, this course will equip you with essential skills.

Oct 12th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Statistics Probability Data Analysis

Coursera

Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)

Leadership Skills (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Embark on a transformative journey with our Leadership Skills course. Designed for those who aspire to lead, this course provides a solid foundation in the principles of effective leadership. Learn how to inspire and motivate others while discovering your unique leadership style. Gain valuable insights into personal development and learn strategies to enhance your ability to influence and guide effectively.

Oct 12th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Leadership Communication Mindfulness

Coursera

Yale University

The Making of Modern Ukraine (Coursera)

History

Discover how Ukraine emerged as a modern nation through this comprehensive course. Delve into the history, culture, and politics that have contributed to its unique identity. Learn about the complexities surrounding Ukraine's existence and its significance in contemporary geopolitics.

Oct 12th 2026

1 Week

Europe Holocaust World History

Coursera

Duke University

Open Design (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Discover the art and science of Open Design on Coursera. This course explores what design truly means, its human-centric approach, and how you can contribute to creating more equitable and accessible products, services, and experiences. Join us if your goal is to make a positive impact through thoughtful design.

Oct 12th 2026

1 Week

Transparency Collaboration Equity

Coursera

Politecnico di Milano

Modelling and measuring the Energy Transition (Coursera)

Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences Sci: Environment

Embark on a journey towards understanding the complexities of the energy transition with our exclusive online course. Designed for those eager to grasp the nuances of modeling and measuring this critical shift, this course offers insights into both global and regional challenges faced in the energy sector. Learn from experts about industrial ecology instruments that are pivotal in evaluating the impacts of the energy transition.

Oct 12th 2026

2 Weeks

Modeling Energy Transition Energy Modeling

Coursera

University of Maryland, College Park

A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity (Coursera)

Security & Networking

Discover how to safeguard your organization's digital assets with our 'A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity' course. Designed for both technical and non-technical individuals, this course provides a thorough understanding of cybersecurity principles and strategies to effectively combat cyber threats. Whether you're new to the field or looking to enhance your expertise, join us in mastering the art of protecting information systems.

Oct 12th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Security Cybersecurity Coursera Plus

Coursera

Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Networking Fundamentals (Coursera)

Security & Networking

Dive into the world of Networking Fundamentals with our beginner-friendly online course. Whether you're new to IT or looking to refresh your basics, this course covers essential topics like network components, OSI & TCP/IP models, protocols, and data transmission methods. Get started on building a robust understanding of computer networking today!

Oct 12th 2026

4 Weeks

TCP/IP Networking Internet Protocol

Coursera

Whizlabs

Getting Started with Apache Cassandra (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Dive into 'Getting Started with Apache Cassandra' to learn how to manage structured data at scale using this distributed, open-source database system. Gain insights into architecture, design principles, and practical applications of Cassandra for high availability services.

Oct 12th 2026

3 Weeks

Databases DBMS Apache Cassandra

Coursera

Whizlabs

Selenium WebDriver with Python (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Dive into the world of automated web testing with 'Selenium WebDriver with Python'. This course is designed for beginners and professionals who want to enhance their skills in web application testing. You'll learn how to set up Selenium WebDriver with Python, locate elements on a webpage, perform various interactions, and handle complex scenarios such as pop-ups and alerts. By the end of this course, you will have gained a strong foundation in Selenium WebDriver and be able to apply these skills to automate browser-based user actions effectively.

Oct 12th 2026

3 Weeks

Python Python Programming Selenium