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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Building Trust: Ethics for AI-powered Chatbots

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Personally Identifiable Information, Accountability, Generative AI Agents, Data Governance, Algorithms

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Strategies for Planned Social Change with Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Socioeconomics, Business Ethics, Environmental Management Systems, Change Management, Consumer Behaviour, Human Centered Design, Marketing, Innovation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Blockchain Theory and Applications â…¡

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Payment Systems, Cryptography, Investments, FinTech, Digital Assets, Open Source Technology, Distributed Computing, Microservices, E-Commerce, Transaction Processing, Interoperability, Algorithms, Scalability, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Data Engineers: Scaling with GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Data Governance, Data Transformation, Data Quality, Database Management, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Lausanne

      HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Community Health, Spatial Analysis, Governance, Simulations, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Health Assessment, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Environmental Issue, Environment, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      LearnKartS

      AWS AI Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, AWS SageMaker, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Computer Vision, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Natural Language Processing, Amazon Web Services, Supervised Learning, Data Governance, OpenAI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Identity and Access Management, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Data Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (2)

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Economics, Policy Analysis, Governance, Student Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Navigating Ethics in the Healthcare Workplace & Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy, Business Ethics, Hospice, Medical Records, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Clinical Trials, Governance, Marketing Management, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Regulatory Requirements, Health Policy, Conflict Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      FAIR Institute

      Advancing FAIRâ„¢ within Risk Management Programs

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Governance, Automation, Benchmarking

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Open University

      Understanding the need for a sustainable business

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Business Architecture, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Systems Thinking, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Global Health Program Equity and Quality: Plan and Manage

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Social Justice, Health Administration, Health Care Administration, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Program Evaluation, Governance, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Outreach, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Austral

      Emprender en Web3

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Blockchain, Entrepreneurship, Risk Management, Team Building, Legal Risk, Business Strategy, Drive Engagement, Fundraising, Virtual Teams, New Product Development, FinTech, Technical Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Building Trust: Ethics for AI-powered Chatbots: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Strategies for Planned Social Change with Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
    • Blockchain Theory and Applications â…¡: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • GenAI for Data Engineers: Scaling with GenAI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS: University of Lausanne
    • AWS AI Practitioner: LearnKartS
    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (2): National Taiwan University
    • Navigating Ethics in the Healthcare Workplace & Marketplace: Northeastern University
    • Advancing FAIRâ„¢ within Risk Management Programs: FAIR Institute
    • Understanding the need for a sustainable business: The Open University

    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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