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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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    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success Project

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Time Management, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Innovation, Problem Solving, Project Management, Finance, Communication, Business Solutions, Organizational Effectiveness, Presentations, Analysis, Peer Review, Critical Thinking

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    28DIGITAL

    Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, User Requirements Documents, Android Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Interoperability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC)

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Desarrolla tu líder

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Motivational Skills, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Business, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, Adaptability, Business Administration, Human Development

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algebra and Differential Calculus for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Calculus, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Derivatives, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    263 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    GRAMMY GO

    The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments

    Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Post-Production, Music Theory, Editing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    数据结构基础

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Data Storage, C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Program Development

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Print and Digital Elements of Design: Branding and User Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Graphic Design, Typography, User Experience Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Web Design and Development, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    270 reviews

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Applying Data Analytics in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Analytics, Financial Trading, Financial Analysis, R Programming, Trend Analysis, Investments, Statistical Analysis, Risk Analysis, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    First Principles of Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

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    Beginner · 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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Social Studies, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Digital Transformation, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Career Success Project: University of California, Irvine
  • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: 28DIGITAL
  • Desarrolla tu líder: Universidad de Palermo
  • Algebra and Differential Calculus for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments: GRAMMY GO
  • 数据结构基础: Peking University
  • Print and Digital Elements of Design: Branding and User Experience: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Applying Data Analytics in Finance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
  • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania

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