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15 Careers in Criminal Justice You Can Have with Your Degree

Whether you’re just starting out with a bachelor’s degree or advancing with a master’s, careers in criminal justice offer a rich variety of options. From psychology positions to roles in social work, your criminal justice degree can be your key …

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10 Most Rewarding Careers That Pay Well (and Make a Difference)

Remember that childhood dream job you had? Maybe it was being a doctor, a teacher, or an astronaut. Well, guess what? Seeking a fulfilling career is an adult dream too.

These days, purpose isn’t just a nice-to-have in a job; …

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Talking Eyes Media: Multimedia Social Activism

Taught by Julie Winokur
Ed Kashi—a leading voice in the photojournalism and visual storytelling community—always wanted to disappear as a photographer. Julie Winokur—an accomplished…

The Data Science of Government and Political Science, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Are you interested in enhancing your understanding of how government and politics actually function? If so, this brief course can…

The Data Science of Nonprofit Service Organizations, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Learn how to use data science to do good. Data science can be a huge help to nonprofits that are…

Data for Good: Using Data Science in Nonprofits and NGOs

Taught by Martin Kemka
The revolution in data science has transformed, for better or worse, the way companies do business in the last few…

Think Like a Lawyer to Make Decisions and Solve Problems

Taught by Kim Wehle
Why would any non-lawyer want to think like a lawyer? What’s the benefit of thinking like a lawyer? In this…

Understanding Intellectual Property

Taught by Dana Robinson
How are you protecting your work? Author and attorney Dana Robinson gives you a high-level overview of intellectual property (IP),…

Understanding US Trademarks: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Virtually every business has a trademark, whether they know it or not. Your trademark might be your most valuable asset.…

Understanding US Patents: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Whether you are an inventor yourself, work at a company that innovates, or are part of a company where intellectual…

Legal Tips for Non-Lawyers

Taught by Nkem Ekwukoma
Demystify the legal landscape in this course with Nkem Ekwukoma, a business lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Nkem…

Legal Jargon Explained

Taught by Nkem Ekwukoma
Understanding legal jargon is essential for anyone dealing with contracts, negotiations, or legal matters. This course breaks down complex legal…

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