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    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Taxation of Multinationals for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Laws, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Compliance, International Finance

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Global Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Management, Materials Management, Inventory Management System, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Sustainability, Supplier Relationship Management, Customer Demand Planning, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Governance, Business Technologies, Forecasting, Risk Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Capstone: Create Value from Open Data

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Complex Problem Solving, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Value Propositions, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Presentations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      54 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Patient Flow, Case Management, Safety Assurance, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Systems Of Measurement, Persuasive Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      91 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      I

      Insper

      Gestão de Dados Científicos

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, Information Management, Data Storage, Data Quality, Metadata Management, Data Collection, General Science and Research, Data Literacy, Technical Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      West Virginia University

      Sales Force Management

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Training Programs, Sales Training, Sales Management, Talent Recruitment, Employee Training, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      106 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing a Systems Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Systems Thinking, Rapport Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Complex Problem Solving, Diversity Awareness, Consultative Approaches, Open Mindset, Project Management, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      161 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Lithium Based Batteries

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Performance Testing, Energy and Utilities, Manufacturing Processes, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnKartS

      AWS Solutions Architect - Associate

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Disaster Recovery, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon S3, Identity and Access Management, Solution Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Containerization, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cloud Solutions, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      China Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing, E-Commerce, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Alberta

      Arctic Development

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Land Management, Community Development, Policy Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, International Relations, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Risk Management, Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Business Mathematics, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Product Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Taxation of Multinationals for Everyone: Universiteit Leiden
    • Global Supply Chain Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Capstone: Create Value from Open Data: ESSEC Business School
    • Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII): Johns Hopkins University
    • Gestão de Dados Científicos: Insper
    • Sales Force Management: West Virginia University
    • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Lithium Based Batteries: Arizona State University
    • AWS Solutions Architect - Associate: LearnKartS
    • China Strategy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    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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