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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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    Lund University

    Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Governance, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Water Resources, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Inicio y planificación de proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Planning, Project Management, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Coordination, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Organizational Structure

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Demand management: Breaking down today’s commercial silos

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Digital Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Demand Generation, Hotel Operations, Asset Management, Marketing, Customer Demand Planning, Forecasting, Business Valuation, Return On Investment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    算法基础

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Trustworthiness, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essentials of Management and Strategic Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Business Planning, Accountability, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Planning, Business, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Leadership Development, Business Administration, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Employee Coaching, People Development

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing Stories About Ourselves

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Editing, Detail Oriented

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Quantum Information

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies, Informatics, Cryptography, Computational Thinking, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    The Economics of Agro-Food Value Chains

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Research Methodologies, Packaging and Labeling, Product Knowledge, Sustainability Standards, Innovation, Global Marketing, Supply And Demand, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Coordination

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Proposal Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Leadership and Management, Environmental Issue, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESCP Business School

    Intercultural Management

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Global Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Business Communication, Leadership and Management, Negotiation, Leadership, Human Resources Management and Planning, Marketing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Business Ethics, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Business Leadership, Systems Thinking, Analytical Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation: Lund University
  • Inicio y planificación de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
  • Demand management: Breaking down today’s commercial silos: ESSEC Business School
  • 算法基础: Peking University
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Essentials of Management and Strategic Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Writing Stories About Ourselves: Wesleyan University
  • Introduction to Quantum Information: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • The Economics of Agro-Food Value Chains: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent: University of Colorado System

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