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    Explore the Business Management Course Catalog

    • U

      University of London

      Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Conflict Management, Social and Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Advocacy, World History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Storytelling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Complex Problem Solving, Business Modeling, Analysis, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Getting Started with Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Organizational Change, Time Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Business Leadership, Leadership, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Influencing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      84 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SoFi

      Fundamentals of Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Investments, Risk Analysis, Risk Appetite, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Financial Planning, Equities, Tax, Financial Analysis, Income Tax, Securities (Finance), Derivatives

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      107 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Cash Flows, Accounting, Financial Analysis, General Accounting, Income Statement, Bookkeeping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      83 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Working with the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Branding, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Target Audience

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Modeling, Transformation, and Serving

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, Feature Engineering, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Star Schema, Applied Machine Learning, Real Time Data, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      PwC

      Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Final Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Target Market, Consulting, Target Audience, Business Consulting, Microsoft Excel, Data Storytelling, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Constructive Feedback, Analytics, User Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      253 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Leadership, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Visionary, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Growth Strategies, Leadership and Management, Business Strategy, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      627 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Contracts and Agreements for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Contract Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Contract Management, Contract Review, Legal Strategy, New Business Development, Civil Law, Lawsuits, Intellectual Property, Sales Presentation, Finance, Fundraising

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Law Practice Management Software, Artificial Intelligence, Experimentation, Legal Strategy, Communication, Legal Risk, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Leadership, Prioritization, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Editing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Creating a Team Culture of Continuous Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Team Building, Knowledge Transfer, Innovation, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      181 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection: University of London
    • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
    • Getting Started with Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
    • Fundamentals of Investing: SoFi
    • Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera: University of Pennsylvania
    • Working with the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Modeling, Transformation, and Serving: DeepLearning.AI
    • Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Final Project: PwC
    • Fundamentals of Leadership, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • Legal Contracts and Agreements for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park

    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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