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      EDUCBA

      ITIL V4 Introduction to Service Management Concept

      Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Technical Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process Management, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Change Management, Risk Management, Innovation, Value Propositions

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Program Design & Evaluation for Health Systems Strengthening

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Program Evaluation, Systems Thinking, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Research Design, Data Collection, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      Edureka

      Business Intelligence with Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Databricks, Data Sharing, Business Analytics, Data Warehousing, Azure Synapse Analytics, Database Development, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Data Analysis, SQL, Data Governance

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Amazon Web Services

      Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Innovation, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Process Automation, Program Implementation, Project Implementation, Technology Solutions, Competitive Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      ESADE Business and Law School

      Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Family Therapy, Business Administration, Relationship Management, Business, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Innovation, Business Economics, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Timelines, Economics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Analytics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Import/Export, Data Integration, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, SQL

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Political Sciences, World History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Demography, Economic Development, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economics, Qualitative Research, Digital Transformation, Governance

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Business Strategies, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

      Build toward a degree

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

      Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability, Socioeconomics, Economic Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Strategic Planning, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Governance, Project Closure, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Pathway to Space

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Journalism, Environmental Monitoring, Music, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Systems Engineering, Culture, Media and Communications, International Relations, Governance, Higher Education, Physical Science, Liberal Arts, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Control Systems, Environmental Science, Engineering, Human Factors

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Environmental Regulations, Supplier Relationship Management, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

    • ITIL V4 Introduction to Service Management Concept: EDUCBA
    • Program Design & Evaluation for Health Systems Strengthening: Johns Hopkins University
    • Business Intelligence with Databricks: Edureka
    • Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization: Amazon Web Services
    • Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión: ESADE Business and Law School
    • Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer: Whizlabs
    • Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé: Sciences Po
    • Introduction to Corporate Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
    • Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning: SkillUp EdTech

    Frequently Asked Questions about Governance

    Governance courses on Coursera explore the structures, processes, and policies involved in effectively managing various types of organizations and governmental bodies:

    • Understanding of governance frameworks and theories that guide organizational and public policy.
    • Skills in policy analysis and decision-making to enhance governance effectiveness.
    • Knowledge of regulatory environments and how they impact various sectors.
    • Techniques for stakeholder engagement and public administration.
    • Insights into ethical leadership and accountability in governance.
    • Strategies for risk management and compliance in a governance context.
    • Application of international governance standards and practices. ‎

    Governance courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at different stages of their professional journey:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to governance, providing foundational knowledge and basic applications.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for those with some experience in public administration, law, or business, looking to deepen their understanding of governance issues.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise in specific areas of governance, such as corporate governance, public sector reform, or international relations.‎

    Coursera offers a variety of educational pathways in governance:

    • Professional certificates that can help you demonstrate your governance capabilities and enhance your career prospects.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular aspects of governance, such as environmental governance or digital governance.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that help prepare you for leadership roles in governance, policy-making, or public administration.‎

    Studying governance on Coursera can help prepare you for a range of roles in public, private, and nonprofit sectors:

    • Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate policies to guide organizational or governmental strategy.
    • Governance Officer: Ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and ethical practices.
    • Public Administrator: Manage public sector organizations, implementing policies and programs.
    • Corporate Governance Analyst: Oversee compliance and corporate governance frameworks within companies.
    • NGO Director: Lead nonprofit organizations, managing operations and strategic initiatives.‎
    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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