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    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Study Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Blended Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      108 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Cybersecurity Policy for Water and Electricity Infrastructures

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Policies, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, NIST 800-53, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Configuration Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Business Case Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Data Visualization, English Language, Presentations, Oral Expression, Report Writing, Business Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication, Public Speaking, Writing, Target Audience, Persuasive Communication

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      37 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Generative AI and ESG

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Generative AI, Data Ethics, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Python for Active Defense

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Network Monitoring, Scripting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      75 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

      Machine Learning Algorithms: Supervised Learning Tip to Tail

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Business Solutions, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Performance Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Performance Metric

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      413 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      228 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fractal Analytics

      Structured Approach to Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Empathy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Liderazgo y Pensamiento Crítico

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Team Motivation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Resilience, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Skills, Psychology, Complex Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      424 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Fundamentals of Software Architecture for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Software Engineering, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, Microservices, Software Development, Transaction Processing, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Blockchain, Database Systems, Data Structures, System Monitoring, Databases

      Build toward a degree

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      82 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Visionary, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Codio

      Containers in the Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Ansible, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Devops Tools, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Development, Application Deployment, Firewall, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Security Controls, IT Automation, Unix, Amazon Web Services, Linux, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

      3
      Rating, 3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Study Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
    • Cybersecurity Policy for Water and Electricity Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
    • Business Case Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Generative AI and ESG: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Python for Active Defense: Infosec
    • Machine Learning Algorithms: Supervised Learning Tip to Tail: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
    • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
    • Structured Approach to Problem Solving: Fractal Analytics
    • Liderazgo y Pensamiento Crítico: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Fundamentals of Software Architecture for Big Data: 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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