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    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Notion for Beginners: Create a Project Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Goal Setting, Timelines, Project Management Software, Delegation Skills, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Databases, Project Management, Coordinating, Collaborative Software, Team Building, Team Oriented, Prioritization, Content Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      S

      Simplilearn

      Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Growth Strategies, Campaign Management, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Automation, Advertising Campaigns, Google Analytics, UI/UX Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      How Do We Manage Climate Change?

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Community Development, Corporate Strategy, Vulnerability, Policy Analysis, Environmental Science, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      70 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals, Self, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Social Work, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      133 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Gmail en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Workspace, Email Security, Productivity Software, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Organizational Skills, Cloud-Based Integration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      371 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Intro to Strategic Management for Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Market Analysis, Operational Analysis, Business, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Environmental Management Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      UiPath

      Data Manipulation in RPA

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      65 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Foundations of Professional Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Decision Making, Strong Work Ethic, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Personal Development, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Manchester

      Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Public Health, Community Development, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Market Dynamics, Regulatory Affairs, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESADE Business and Law School

      La gestión en la empresa familiar

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Business Administration, Relationship Management, Succession Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership, Decision Making, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      147 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Codio

      Web Technologies and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Angular, OAuth, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Data Validation, Unit Testing, Vue.JS, Data Security, Authentications, HTML and CSS, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Web Development, Software Testing, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Oracle SQL Performance Tuning

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Storage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business management courses

    • Notion for Beginners: Create a Project Plan: Coursera Project Network
    • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
    • How Do We Manage Climate Change?: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Gmail en Español: Google Cloud
    • Intro to Strategic Management for Healthcare Organizations: Northeastern University
    • Data Manipulation in RPA: UiPath
    • Foundations of Professional Identity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions: University of Manchester
    • La gestión en la empresa familiar: ESADE Business and Law School

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Management

    Coursera's Business Management courses equip learners with key managerial skills:

    • Fundamentals of strategic management and business planning
    • Techniques for effective leadership and team management
    • Financial literacy for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
    • Operations management for improving organizational efficiency
    • Principles of marketing management and consumer engagement
    • Project management skills to oversee projects from initiation to completion‎

    Business Management courses are designed for learners at various levels:

    • Beginners can start with basic courses that introduce fundamental business concepts and practices.
    • Those with some experience can deepen their understanding of specific management areas such as human resources or operations.
    • Seasoned professionals can enhance their strategic thinking and leadership capabilities. ‎

    Upon completion of Business Management courses, learners can earn various credentials:

    • Professional certificates that showcase your managerial skills and business acumen
    • Specializations that focus on in-depth studies of specific aspects of business management
    • Certificates that can help enhance your career prospects ‎

    Mastering business management opens up diverse career paths across industries:

    • Operations Manager, overseeing daily operations and improving processes
    • Business Analyst, using data to inform strategic decisions
    • Human Resources Manager, leading recruitment, training, and employee relations
    • Marketing Manager, developing and implementing marketing strategies
    • Executive roles such as CEO or General Manager, directing business strategies and operations‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including business management. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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