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    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Business Marketing Brand Kit Using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Brand Marketing, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Brand Awareness, Branding, Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Brand Management, Organizational Skills, File Management, Graphic Design, Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      917 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Performance Tuning, Data Security, CI/CD, Data Processing, Debugging, Real Time Data, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Unit Testing, Containerization, Disaster Recovery, Data Transformation, Jupyter, JSON

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Empresas Familiares

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Leadership and Management, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Lean Methodologies, Growth Strategies, Business Management, Business Administration, Visionary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Basics of Cisco Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Network Switches, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Local Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Configuration Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      市场营销概论 (中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      238 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Project Management Tracker using Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Project Coordination, Small Business Accounting, Data Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Data Presentation, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Valuation, Data Quality, Asset Management, Information Management, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Big Data, Predictive Analytics, Management Information Systems, Data Strategy, Data Warehousing, Digital Assets, Data Science, Information Privacy, Data Governance

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

      Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Persona Development, Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection, Algorithms, Java Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      647 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Finanzas para directivos

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Financial Statements, Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Management, Cash Management, Return On Investment, Forecasting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Operational Analysis, Business Metrics, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Risk Analysis, Inventory Management, Business Strategy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      380 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      SQL for Data Science Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Peer Review, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Performance Metric, Business Analytics, Text Mining, Data Science, Target Audience, Data Manipulation, Proposal Development

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      236 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      375 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Create a Business Marketing Brand Kit Using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Google Cloud
    • Empresas Familiares: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Basics of Cisco Networking: LearnQuest
    • Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • 市场营销概论 (中文版): University of Pennsylvania
    • Create a Project Management Tracker using Google Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
    • Finanzas para directivos: IESE Business School

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Communication

    Coursera’s Business Communication courses teach vital skills to enhance your professional interactions and improve workplace efficiency:

    • Techniques for clear and effective writing in business settings
    • Strategies for impactful presentations and public speaking
    • Best practices for professional email and report writing
    • Skills for managing cross-cultural communications
    • Techniques for conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Methods for effective team communication and collaboration‎

    Business Communication courses are designed for learners of all levels:

    • Beginners can start with the basics of professional communication, including writing and speaking effectively.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their skills in specific communication challenges like negotiation and conflict resolution.
    • Advanced learners can master high-level communication strategies to lead teams and manage organizational change.‎

    Completing Business Communication courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials:

    • Professional certificates that confirm your proficiency in business communication
    • Specializations that enhance specific communication skills, tailored to different professional scenarios
    • Certificates that reflect your dedication to developing strong communication abilities, recognized in various professional contexts‎

    Effective communication skills can be valuable in all business roles, in various sectors:

    • Communications Manager, overseeing internal and external communication strategies
    • Public Relations Specialist, managing brand communication and media relations
    • Human Resources Manager, facilitating communication across all levels of an organization
    • Sales Representative, using persuasive communication to close deals and maintain client relationships
    • Project Manager, ensuring clear communication among project stakeholders and team members ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's business communication skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our business communication training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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