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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.


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Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    L&T EduTech

    Fundamentals of Digital Design for VLSI Chip Design

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Theoretical Computer Science, Programmable Logic Controllers, Microarchitecture, Electronic Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Change Control, Project Controls, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Change Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Management Reporting, Risk Analysis, Planning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Leadership and Management, Business Risk Management, Communication

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    158 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology, Computer Science, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Analytic Combinatorics

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Calculus, Probability, Computational Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    A complexidade sensível: Um paralelo entre videogames e arte

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Aesthetics, Art History, Culture, Creativity, Liberal Arts, Design Reviews, Design, Social Impact

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Simulations, Statistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research

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

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estructura de capital y política de dividendos

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Business Valuation, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Return On Investment

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    334 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs

    Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Matlab, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Algorithms, Derivatives

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Graphing, Algebra

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    209 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Integral Calculus through Data and Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Integration, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Vector Databases, Probability, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Spatial Data Analysis, Derivatives, Physics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Fundamentals of Digital Design for VLSI Chip Design: L&T EduTech
  • Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
  • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Analytic Combinatorics: Princeton University
  • A complexidade sensível: Um paralelo entre videogames e arte: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1: École Polytechnique
  • Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Estructura de capital y política de dividendos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives: Johns Hopkins University

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