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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Università Bocconi

      Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Organizational Change, Socioeconomics, Business Strategy, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      896 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      Lund University

      Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainability Reporting, Public Policies, Environment and Resource Management, Multimedia, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      FinTech: Finance Industry Transformation and Regulation

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Business Continuity Planning, Compliance Management, Disaster Recovery, Financial Regulations, Operational Risk, Bank Regulations, Financial Services, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Information Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Market Trend, Banking Services, Emerging Technologies, Workforce Development, Banking, Mobile Banking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      869 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Water Resources Management and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Conflict Management, Energy and Utilities, Governance, International Relations, Community Development, Public Policies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      New Models of Business in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Business, Business Transformation, Storytelling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Systems, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Organizational Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Security Strategy, Risk Appetite, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Governance, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Penetration Testing, Compliance Auditing, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Vendor Management, Cyber Security Policies, Continuous Monitoring, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Distributed Computing, Digital Transformation, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Transaction Processing, Information Privacy, Governance, Network Security, Data Integrity, Financial Services

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Healthcare Organization Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Business Process, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Health Systems, Process Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Data Collection, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Presentations, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Preventative Care, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      656 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Toronto

      The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Community Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Caregiving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      564 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Global Energy and Climate Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, International Relations, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Governance, Policy Analysis, Economics, Security Strategy, Electric Power Systems, Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      686 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Artificial Intelligence: an Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Intellectual Property, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Dimensionality Reduction, Governance, Cloud Platforms, Deep Learning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Computer Science, Computer Vision

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      604 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      Duke University

      Sports and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity : Università Bocconi
    • Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy: Lund University
    • FinTech: Finance Industry Transformation and Regulation: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Water Resources Management and Policy: University of Geneva
    • New Models of Business in Society: University of Virginia
    • Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management: Packt
    • Introduction to Blockchain Technologies: INSEAD
    • Healthcare Organization Operations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness: University of Toronto
    • Global Energy and Climate Policy: University of London

    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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