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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Understand Best Practices with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Content Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      EIT Digital

      Security and Privacy for Big Data - Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Vulnerability Assessments, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Big Data, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      259 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Data Storage, Cyber Risk, Data Processing, Data Access, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Taxonomy, Production Process, Good Manufacturing Practices, Pharmacology, Biology, Research, Environmental Regulations

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Liderazgo e innovación

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Video Production, Corporate Sustainability, Business Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Adaptability, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to create Social Media graphics using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Photo Editing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Fundamentals of Static Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Planning, Code Review, Software Technical Review, Software Quality Assurance, Test Case, Quality Assurance, Requirements Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Elevate your Data Engineering Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Database Design, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Data Mining, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      Stages of Incident Response

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Business Continuity, System Monitoring, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Upgrade Your Marketing Strategy with Microsoft Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Performance Reporting, Marketing Channel, Generative AI, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Customer Retention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Infection Control, Emergency Response, Safety Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Mental Health, Community Health, Public Health, Interpersonal Communications, Infectious Diseases, Policy Development, Education and Training

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      268 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Introduction to Dental Terminology

      Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Radiography, Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Medical Terminology, Radiation Protection, Dental Hygiene, Medical Office Procedures, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Surgery, Practice Management Software, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Health Information Management and Medical Records

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Understand Best Practices with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Security and Privacy for Big Data - Part 2: EIT Digital
    • Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Cannabis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Liderazgo e innovación: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • How to create Social Media graphics using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentals of Static Testing: Board Infinity
    • Generative AI: Elevate your Data Engineering Career : IBM
    • Stages of Incident Response: Infosec
    • Upgrade Your Marketing Strategy with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft

    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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