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    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Administración de Proyectos: Principios Básicos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Cost Management, Project Management, Change Control, Project Controls, Communication Planning, Project Performance, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Earned Value Management, Budget Management, Risk Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Vertex AI Search for Retail

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Real Time Data, Dashboard, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Big Data, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Cloud Security, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Security, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), CI/CD, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Apache Airflow, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Systems Design, Cloud Platforms, Data Management, Data Governance, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Workflow Management, Application Deployment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      4.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Planning, Event Marketing, Advertising, Safety and Security, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Expense Management, Program Evaluation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Return On Investment, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Product Development, Ideation, Target Market, New Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business Development, Needs Assessment, Customer Insights, Technology Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails

      Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Language Competency, Writing, Business Communication, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Vocabulary

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      222 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Data Management and Quality Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Data Quality, Quality Assurance, Clinical Trials, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Data Governance, Microsoft Excel, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Data Sharing, Data Security, Patient Treatment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Assessments, Asset Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      131 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Competitive Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Proofreading, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Presentations, Writing, Editing, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Peer Review, Graphic and Visual Design, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Digital Design, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Color Theory, Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Influencing People

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Communication, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Administración de Proyectos: Principios Básicos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Vertex AI Search for Retail: Google Cloud
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer: Google Cloud
    • إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity: University of Pennsylvania
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails: University of Washington
    • Clinical Trials Data Management and Quality Assurance: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Competitive Strategy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: 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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