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    Learn automation techniques for streamlining processes in industries like manufacturing and IT. Understand robotic process automation (RPA) and control systems.

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      Google

      Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, HubSpot CRM, Copywriting, Promotional Strategies, Goal Setting, A/B Testing, Customer Retention, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Presentations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, TCP/IP, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Emerging Technologies, Automation

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      AI, Automation, and Emerging Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Automation, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Automation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Document Management, Data Entry, Automation, File Management, Data Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      ServiceNow Basics: IT Automation & AI-Powered Workflows

      Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, IT Service Management, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, Automation, Problem Management, Information Technology Operations, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability, Incident Management, Event Monitoring, Change Requests

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Automation, Software Architecture, Simulation and Simulation Software, Deep Learning, Control Systems, Hardware Architecture, Estimation, Safety Assurance, Systems Architecture, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Global Positioning Systems, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Spatial Data Analysis, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Maximize Productivity With AI Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Generative AI, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, Prompt Engineering, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Social Media Automation using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Scripting, Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Application Programming Interface (API), Gmail, Software Installation, Data Import/Export

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Intelligent Machining

      Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Process Control, Automation, Big Data, Digital Transformation, Data Processing, Software Systems

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Productivity Software, Business Process Automation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Automation, Process Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Validation, Data Visualization, Financial Modeling, Automation, Depreciation, Loans, Financial Analysis

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Salesforce

      Salesforce Sales Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Pipelines, Customer Success Management, Sales Process, Salesforce, Sales Operations, Dashboard, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Support, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Development, Lead Generation, Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Data Visualization, Sales, Customer Support, Business Reporting, Campaign Management, Data Import/Export

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing: Google
    • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
    • AI, Automation, and Emerging Technology: Simplilearn
    • Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • ServiceNow Basics: IT Automation & AI-Powered Workflows: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
    • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools: Google
    • Social Media Automation using Python: Packt
    • Intelligent Machining: University at Buffalo
    • Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros: Coursera Instructor Network

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