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    • U

      Unilever

      Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Market Analysis, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Performance Reporting, Search Engine Optimization, Predictive Analytics, MarTech

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Developing a Winning Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Marketing Planning, Branding, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Product Planning, Marketing Analytics, Target Market, Promotional Strategies, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Customer Insights

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Business Process Automation, Business Intelligence, Workflow Management, Application Development, ChatGPT, Data Analysis Software, Customer Engagement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Analytics Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Performance Management, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Job Analysis, Inventory and Warehousing, Demand Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Logistics, Financial Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Patent Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Law, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Challenges in Business

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Virtual Teams, Diversity Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion, Marketing Planning, Culture, Team Management, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, International Relations, Advertising, Negotiation, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Strategic Decision-Making

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      502 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Events Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Marketing, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Hospitality, Planning, Operations Management, Coordinating, Budgeting, Promotional Strategies, Vendor Management, Marketing Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      206 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rice University

      Business Applications of Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Interval Estimation

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Análisis Financiero

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Project Finance, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Cash Management, Investment Management, Working Capital, Capital Markets, Equities, Corporate Finance, Bankruptcies, Tax, Financial Policy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google - Spectrum Sharing

      Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Technical Communication, Software Installation, Key Management, Network Infrastructure, System Implementation, System Configuration, Telecommunications, Record Keeping, Data Entry

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Application Development, Performance Analysis, Automation, Data Security, Workflow Management, Cloud Applications, Data Analysis Software, Business Process, Generative AI Agents, Microsoft Teams, Data Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Enterprise Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems, Change Management, Organizational Change, System Implementation, Business Process, Business Management, Business, Project Design, Business Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      789 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst: Unilever
    • Developing a Winning Marketing Strategy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Supply Chain Analytics Essentials: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Patent Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Global Challenges in Business: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Events Management : Coursera Instructor Network
    • Business Applications of Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Interval Estimation : Rice University
    • Análisis Financiero: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google: Google - Spectrum Sharing

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

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    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Communication

    Coursera’s Business Communication courses teach vital skills to enhance your professional interactions and improve workplace efficiency:

    • Techniques for clear and effective writing in business settings
    • Strategies for impactful presentations and public speaking
    • Best practices for professional email and report writing
    • Skills for managing cross-cultural communications
    • Techniques for conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Methods for effective team communication and collaboration‎

    Business Communication courses are designed for learners of all levels:

    • Beginners can start with the basics of professional communication, including writing and speaking effectively.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their skills in specific communication challenges like negotiation and conflict resolution.
    • Advanced learners can master high-level communication strategies to lead teams and manage organizational change.‎

    Completing Business Communication courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials:

    • Professional certificates that confirm your proficiency in business communication
    • Specializations that enhance specific communication skills, tailored to different professional scenarios
    • Certificates that reflect your dedication to developing strong communication abilities, recognized in various professional contexts‎

    Effective communication skills can be valuable in all business roles, in various sectors:

    • Communications Manager, overseeing internal and external communication strategies
    • Public Relations Specialist, managing brand communication and media relations
    • Human Resources Manager, facilitating communication across all levels of an organization
    • Sales Representative, using persuasive communication to close deals and maintain client relationships
    • Project Manager, ensuring clear communication among project stakeholders and team members ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's business communication skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our business communication training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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