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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Advanced System Security Design

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, Security Engineering, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Geographic Information Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      625 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Value Stream Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Strategic Thinking, Process Analysis, Process Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Waste Minimization

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • 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
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Marketing Collateral, Presentations, Digital Design, Business Marketing, Marketing Materials, Creative Design, Editing, Marketing Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Healthcare Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Resource Utilization, Health Care Administration, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows, Resource Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Accounts Receivable, Performance Improvement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Customers and Competition, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Price Negotiation, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      310 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      The Nurse's Toolkit

      Skills you'll gain: Splinting, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Trauma Care, Respiratory Care, Nursing Care, Maternal Health, Emergency Nursing, Nursing, Orthopedics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Critical Care, Pulmonology, Emergency Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Vital Signs, Infection Control, Anatomy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Utrecht University

      Responsible Conduct of Research

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Intellectual Property, Research Methodologies, Peer Review, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Higher Education, Data Management, Safety and Security, Mentorship

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Fraud Detection and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Compliance Reporting, Governance, Business Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Anomaly Detection, Compliance Auditing, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Threat Detection, Advanced Analytics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Architectural Drawing, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Ideation, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      341 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Public Speaking with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Multimedia

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      127 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Y

      Yonsei University

      Smart Device & Mobile Emerging Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices, Business Planning, iOS Development, Product Planning, Android (Operating System), Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Strategy, Network Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Operating Systems, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, System Software, Digital Communications, General Networking, Peripheral Devices, Market Trend

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      471 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced System Security Design: University of Colorado System
    • Value Stream Mapping: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
    • Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Healthcare Accounting: University of Michigan
    • Fundamentals of Customers and Competition, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • The Nurse's Toolkit: University of Michigan
    • Responsible Conduct of Research: Utrecht University
    • GenAI for Fraud Detection and Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society: University of Pennsylvania

    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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