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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Resources, Risk Management, Real Estate, Legal Risk, Balance Sheet, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Commercial Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Supply Chain Management, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      INSEAD

      Web3 and Blockchain in Global Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain, Governance, Supply Chain Management, Business Transformation, FinTech, Business Analysis, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Interoperability, Business Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Leadership, Logistics, Market Analysis, E-Commerce, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      CertNexus

      Create and Lead an Ethical Data-Driven Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Culture Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Compliance Management, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Employee Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      L

      Lund University

      Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Innovation, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Complex Problem Solving, Predictive Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Macquarie University

      Global sustainability and corporate social responsibility: Be sustainable

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Strategy, Business, Supply Chain, Environmental Issue, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      443 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      ESSEC Business School

      Companies and climate change

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Management Systems, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Cost Reduction, Business Strategy, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Project Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Stakeholder Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Adaptation in Africa

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Strategic Planning, Environmental Policy, Land Management, Mitigation, Community Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Civil Engineering, Environment, Finance, Natural Resource Management, Risk Management, Public Works, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Vulnerability, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate Finance II: Financing Investments and Managing Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Corporate Finance, Business Ethics, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Management, Risk Management, Equities, Governance, International Finance, Financial Analysis, Loans, Capital Budgeting, Private Equity, Derivatives

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      861 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Data Science at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Governance, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Wrangling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      915 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Geneva

      Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Health Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Emergency Response, Health Assessment, Program Evaluation, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      European Citizenship – Development, Scope, and Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: European History, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, International Relations, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

    • Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Web3 and Blockchain in Global Commerce: INSEAD
    • Create and Lead an Ethical Data-Driven Organization: CertNexus
    • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
    • Global sustainability and corporate social responsibility: Be sustainable: Macquarie University
    • Companies and climate change: ESSEC Business School
    • Project Risk Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Climate Adaptation in Africa: University of Cape Town
    • Corporate Finance II: Financing Investments and Managing Risk: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Data Science at Scale: University of Washington

    Frequently Asked Questions about Governance

    Governance courses on Coursera explore the structures, processes, and policies involved in effectively managing various types of organizations and governmental bodies:

    • Understanding of governance frameworks and theories that guide organizational and public policy.
    • Skills in policy analysis and decision-making to enhance governance effectiveness.
    • Knowledge of regulatory environments and how they impact various sectors.
    • Techniques for stakeholder engagement and public administration.
    • Insights into ethical leadership and accountability in governance.
    • Strategies for risk management and compliance in a governance context.
    • Application of international governance standards and practices. ‎

    Governance courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at different stages of their professional journey:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to governance, providing foundational knowledge and basic applications.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for those with some experience in public administration, law, or business, looking to deepen their understanding of governance issues.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise in specific areas of governance, such as corporate governance, public sector reform, or international relations.‎

    Coursera offers a variety of educational pathways in governance:

    • Professional certificates that can help you demonstrate your governance capabilities and enhance your career prospects.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular aspects of governance, such as environmental governance or digital governance.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that help prepare you for leadership roles in governance, policy-making, or public administration.‎

    Studying governance on Coursera can help prepare you for a range of roles in public, private, and nonprofit sectors:

    • Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate policies to guide organizational or governmental strategy.
    • Governance Officer: Ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and ethical practices.
    • Public Administrator: Manage public sector organizations, implementing policies and programs.
    • Corporate Governance Analyst: Oversee compliance and corporate governance frameworks within companies.
    • NGO Director: Lead nonprofit organizations, managing operations and strategic initiatives.‎
    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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