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    • L

      London Business School

      Future Ready Company

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Digital Transformation, Resilience, Operational Risk, Leadership Development, Business Transformation, Business Continuity, Sustainability Reporting, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Organizational Change, Change Management, Innovation, Data Strategy, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      159 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Conflict Management, Social and Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Advocacy, World History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Storytelling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Data Management and Quality Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Data Quality, Quality Assurance, Clinical Trials, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Data Governance, Microsoft Excel, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Data Sharing, Data Security, Patient Treatment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Cloud Computing Law

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Services, Legal Risk, Cloud Computing, Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Intellectual Property, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Tax Compliance, Data Security, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Contracts, Cybersecurity, Contract Review, Data Governance, Data Access

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      164 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      INSEAD

      Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Assets, Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, E-Commerce, Technical Design, Scalability, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      94 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Privacy Law and HIPAA

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Governance, Data Security, Security Controls, Incident Response, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Earth Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Tax, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Investments, Behavioral Economics, Sustainability Reporting, Supply And Demand, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Innovar

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Product Development, Research and Design, Service Design, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      776 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Empresas Familiares

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Leadership and Management, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Lean Methodologies, Growth Strategies, Business Management, Business Administration, Visionary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Líderes para la gestión en seguridad ciudadana y justicia

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Social Justice, Security Management, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Management Information Systems, Policy Development, Crisis Management, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Community Development, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Accountability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Risk in Modern Society

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Environmental Issue, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Making, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Patch Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Services, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Cloud Platforms, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Windows PowerShell, System Monitoring, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      50 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Future Ready Company: London Business School
    • Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection: University of London
    • Clinical Trials Data Management and Quality Assurance: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cloud Computing Law: Queen Mary University of London
    • Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals: INSEAD
    • Privacy Law and HIPAA: University of Pennsylvania
    • Earth Economics: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Innovar: Arizona State University
    • Empresas Familiares: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Líderes para la gestión en seguridad ciudadana y justicia: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    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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