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Music Theory Courses

Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.


Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Priorities, Process Optimization, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Physics, Angular, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Simulations, Physical Science

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Manchester

    Global Health and Humanitarianism

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Safety and Security, International Relations, Infectious Diseases, Policy Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Vulnerability, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Marketing Design, Data Sharing, Presentations, Design, Color Theory, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communication

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    University of London

    Explore Management Concepts through Metaphor and Music

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Leadership, Music, Business Management, Storytelling, Leadership, Productivity, Workforce Management, Innovation, Writing and Editing, Employee Engagement, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Responsible Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Governance, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Consumer Behaviour, AI Enablement, Social Impact, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, AI Product Strategy, Risk Analysis, Automation, Stakeholder Management, Operations, Artificial Intelligence, Human Resources, Leadership and Management, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Resource Allocation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Analysis, Policy Analysis, Decision Making, Investment Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees and Graphs: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Omnichannel Retail Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Training, Digital Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Employee Engagement, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, E-Commerce, Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Strategy, Analytics, Talent Management, Retail Store Operations, Marketing Strategies, Business Technologies, Customer Insights, Performance Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    GRAMMY GO

    Foundations of Music Promotion & Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Marketing, Content Creation, User Research, Goal Setting, Promotional Strategies, Social Media, Persona Development, Marketing Strategies, Customer Analysis, Digital Marketing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

  • Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Quantum Mechanics for Engineers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Global Health and Humanitarianism: University of Manchester
  • Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map: Coursera
  • Explore Management Concepts through Metaphor and Music: University of London
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Responsible Generative AI: University of Michigan
  • The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior : University of Rochester
  • Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III): University of California San Diego
  • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder

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