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      Starweaver

      Fundamentals of Credit Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Risk Analysis, Balance Sheet, Loans, Risk Management, Cash Flows

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      PMP Formulas

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Excel Formulas, Procurement, Scheduling, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Spreadsheet Software, Cost Management, Project Estimation, Microsoft Excel, Investment Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Return On Investment, Variance Analysis, Forecasting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Algorithms, File Management, Operating Systems, Program Development, Debugging

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Budgétisation et planification de projets

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Controls, Project Planning, Cost Estimation, Project Estimation, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, Scheduling, Quality Management, Timelines, Budgeting, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Matrix Management, Dependency Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      185 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Copilot for Beginners: Create a Powerpoint Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Word, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Financial Risk Management with R

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Risk Management, Market Data, Risk Analysis, Probability Distribution, Financial Data, R Programming, Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management, Statistical Programming, Financial Analysis, Securities (Finance), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      248 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Automate tasks and processes with Jira

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Automation, Automation, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Process Design, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University at Buffalo

      The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Development, People Development, Performance Improvement, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Recruitment Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Getting Started with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Northwestern University

      Organizational Leadership Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Communication, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Customer experience strategy (CX), Organizational Effectiveness, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Peer Review

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      102 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      UiPath

      Data Manipulation in RPA

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EIT Digital

      Blockchain 360: A State of the Art for Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Market Opportunities, Internet Of Things, Supply Chain Management, Data Integration, Distributed Computing, Systems Integration, Feasibility Studies, Interoperability, Scalability, Market Trend

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      336 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Fundamentals of Credit Analysis : Starweaver
    • PMP Formulas: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Budgétisation et planification de projets: University of California, Irvine
    • Copilot for Beginners: Create a Powerpoint Presentation: Coursera Project Network
    • Financial Risk Management with R: Duke University
    • Automate tasks and processes with Jira: Coursera Project Network
    • The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process: University at Buffalo
    • Getting Started with Tableau: SkillUp EdTech
    • Organizational Leadership Capstone: Northwestern University

    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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