Overview
The University of Washington is one of the preeminent public research universities in the world dedicated to preparing leaders of change, promoters of ideas, and creating a culture of collaboration. The UW is ranked number one among public universities nationally that receive federal research and training funds, and since 1975 has been in the top five for public and private universities. The most recent report from China’s Shanghai Jiao Tong University ranked the UW 16th among the world’s top universities (14th nationally), and the Higher Education Evaluation & Accreditation Council of Taiwan, which measures the quality and impact of research endeavors, identified the UW as the top public university in overall ranking worldwide.
MOOCs
The University of Washington have partnered with Coursera and edX to deliver online courses to learners across the globe.
Learn new skills, pursue your interests or advance your career with these short online courses from the University of Washington:
Courses on Coursera
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Courses on edX
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Learn new skills, pursue your interests or advance your career with these short online courses from the University of Washington:
Courses on Coursera
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- Machine Learning
- Business English Communication Skills
- Dynamic Public Speaking
- Machine Learning Foundations: A Case Study Approach
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Data Science at Scale
- Computational Neuroscience
- Business English: Networking
- Programming Languages, Part A
- Machine Learning: Regression
- Machine Learning: Classification
- Programming Languages, Part B
- Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms
- Business English: Meetings
- Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides
- Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval
- Business English: Making Presentations
- Business English: Planning & Negotiating
- Programming Languages, Part C
- Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods
Courses on edX
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- Localization: Adapting Digital Content to Local Markets
- Internationalization: Creating Digital Content for the World
- Strategic Applications of IT Project & Program Management
- Introduction to Internationalization and Localization
- Leadership and Management for PM Practitioners in IT
- Portfolio Management, Governance, & the PMO
- Finding Your Cybersecurity Career Path
- Building a Cybersecurity Toolkit
- Cybersecurity: The CISO's View
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Conducting an Informational Interview
- Using Email for Networking in English
- Attending a Networking Event
- Preparing to Network in English
- Becoming a Resilient Person - The Science of Stress Management
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Global Markets and Personal Impacts
- Sustainability, Resilience, and Society
- Positive Behavior Support for Young Children
Micro-Credentials
A micro-credential is a certificate program that is made up of a series of related courses to develop a particular skill for professional development.
The University of Washington have partnered with edX to deliver the following micro-credentials:
Professional Certificate in Internationalization and Localization
This program will teach you all that is needed to release a digital product internationally, to a global audience spread across many different local markets.
Professional Certificate in Essentials of Cybersecurity
This professional certificate program will introduce you to the field of cybersecurity, as you learn about its landscape, numerous sectors and various roles, competencies and career pathways.
Professional Certificate in English for Business Networking
Learn essential skills for networking in English to expand your career and business options, using social connections, email, conversational strategies, and more.
Professional Certificate in IT Project Management
Are you an IT professional new to project management or a manager who wants to develop more robust project management skills? Perhaps you are looking to forge a career as a full-time project manager (PM). This program will introduce you to the fundamentals of project management, specifically as they apply to the field of information technology (IT).
The University of Washington have partnered with edX to deliver the following micro-credentials:
Professional Certificate in Internationalization and Localization
This program will teach you all that is needed to release a digital product internationally, to a global audience spread across many different local markets.
Professional Certificate in Essentials of Cybersecurity
This professional certificate program will introduce you to the field of cybersecurity, as you learn about its landscape, numerous sectors and various roles, competencies and career pathways.
Professional Certificate in English for Business Networking
Learn essential skills for networking in English to expand your career and business options, using social connections, email, conversational strategies, and more.
Professional Certificate in IT Project Management
Are you an IT professional new to project management or a manager who wants to develop more robust project management skills? Perhaps you are looking to forge a career as a full-time project manager (PM). This program will introduce you to the fundamentals of project management, specifically as they apply to the field of information technology (IT).
