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    • Status: Free
      Free
      W

      Wesleyan University

      Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Technology Strategies, Compensation Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      539 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Scrimba

      Become a JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Javascript, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Web Development, Angular, Vue.JS, Application Development, Debugging, Algorithms, React.js, Web Applications, JSON, Data Import/Export, Event-Driven Programming, Front-End Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      71 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Posicionamiento: La base del éxito en la estrategia de marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Target Market, Value Propositions, Product Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      282 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IESE Business School

      Análisis de situaciones de negocio

      Skills you'll gain: Business, Financial Analysis, People Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Marketing Management, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analysis, Business Administration, Strategic Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Brand Management, Leadership and Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Drafting

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, Planning, Brainstorming, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Learning Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      358 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Getting Started with Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Firewall, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Storage

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      503 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Back-End

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Operations Systems Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Business Operations, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Operations, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Organizational Strategy, Supply Chain, Service Management, Customer Analysis, Process Analysis, Business Strategy, Customer Service

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Dashboard, PySpark, SQL, Data Management, Data Transformation, Version Control

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Hospice, Health Care, Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Mental and Behavioral Health, Oncology, Pharmacology, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Strategy II: Doing Business in The Global Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, International Relations, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cost Reduction, Market Opportunities, Risk Analysis, Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity and Mobility

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Data Security, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Business, Enterprise Application Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      627 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics: Wesleyan University
    • Become a JavaScript Developer: Scrimba
    • Posicionamiento: La base del éxito en la estrategia de marketing: IE Business School
    • Análisis de situaciones de negocio: IESE Business School
    • Writing and Editing: Drafting: University of Michigan
    • Getting Started with Azure: LearnQuest
    • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
    • Operations Systems Excellence: University of London
    • Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes: Coursera Project Network
    • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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