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      Johns Hopkins University

      Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Trauma Care, Patient Safety, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Epidemiology, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Patient Education And Counseling, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      279 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Power BI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Sales, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, R Programming, Data Structures, Data Literacy, Software Installation, Data Analysis Software

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      380 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      McMaster University

      Finance for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Finance, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Capital Markets, Investments, Derivatives, Business Valuation, Financial Policy, Equities, International Finance, Loans, Project Design, Market Dynamics, Risk Management, Credit Risk, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities and Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cyber Risk, FinTech, Operational Risk, Scalability, Security Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Financial Regulations, Risk Analysis, Governance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Transaction Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      316 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • O

      Oracle

      Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Database Application, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Network Infrastructure, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      226 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Oracle Database Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Database Design, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage, Transaction Processing, Data Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      446 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Institute for the Future

      Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Systems Thinking, Game Theory, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Interviewing Skills, Emerging Technologies, Ideation, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Demand Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Data Collection, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Statistical Modeling, Data Processing, Market Dynamics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Analysis Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      290 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Corporate Communications

      Skills you'll gain: Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Employee Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Target Audience, Public Relations, Crisis Management, Drive Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Media, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Telecommuting, Customer Communications Management, Marketing Communications, Branding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Justice, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Tax, Program Evaluation, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Failure Analysis, Model Based Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Requirements Management, Scope Management, Design Reviews, Project Scoping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Test Engineering, Program Management, Engineering Practices, Cost Management, Requirements Analysis, Contract Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Risk Management, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management Framework

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Power BI Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Getting Started with R: Coursera Project Network
    • Finance for Everyone: McMaster University
    • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities and Risks: Duke University
    • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations: Oracle
    • Oracle Database Foundations: LearnQuest
    • Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future: Institute for the Future
    • Demand Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Corporate Communications: University of California, Irvine

    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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