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      Coursera Project Network

      How to create a Jira SCRUM project

      Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Workflow Management, Run Chart, Prioritization, Dependency Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      449 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Cooperation, Lifelong Learning, Higher Education, Collaboration, Willingness To Learn, Biology, Self-Awareness, Mental Concentration, Growth Mindedness, Nutrition Education, Personal Development, Motivational Skills, Planning, Self-Motivation, Resourcefulness, Time Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      584 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Orden y manejo del tiempo

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Time Management, Office Management, Workflow Management, Administrative Support, Prioritization, Productivity, Business Administration, Planning, Cleanliness, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Economics, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Systems Thinking, European History, Internet Of Things, Governance, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Governance, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Prioritization, Economic Development, Decision Making, Public Policies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Google

      Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Loyalty Programs, Order Fulfillment, Search Engine Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Media Planning, Content Creation, A/B Testing, Online Advertising, Copywriting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      311 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Crowdfunding

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Campaign Management, Social Media, Presentations, Budgeting, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Campaigns, Project Planning, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      412 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Trademark Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Brand Awareness, Legal Strategy, Brand Management, Asset Protection, Packaging and Labeling, Legal Risk, Registration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      267 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Effective Sales – An Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Relationship Building, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Accountability, Advocacy, Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      TOGAF 10 Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Information Technology Architecture, Solution Architecture, Data Architecture, Governance, Gap Analysis, Business Transformation, Change Management, Business Process Reengineering, Information Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISC2

      Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • How to create a Jira SCRUM project: Coursera Project Network
    • Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Orden y manejo del tiempo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
    • Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google: Google
    • Crowdfunding: University of Pennsylvania
    • Trademark Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Effective Sales – An Overview: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education: University of Michigan

    Frequently Asked Questions about Urban Planning

    Urban planning is a set of processes for managing the development and design of cities and their surrounding areas. Some of the issues that factor into urban planning include efficient land use, transportation, maintaining clean air and water, economic opportunities, and education. Urban planners have to balance forward-thinking with historic preservation, and they work with multiple municipal agencies to achieve their goals. They also consider the needs of multiple constituencies in their work. You'll see urban planning at work throughout the world, and cultures have practiced it in one form or another since ancient times.‎

    Urban planning is an important discipline because urban planners explore the issues that face our cities today and attempt to address them. If you have a passion for your city—large or small—you can make a difference by studying urban planning and putting it into practice. Your work is different from that of an architect, because you're not looking at the city as a whole rather than particular structures. Urban planning involves big picture thinking and looks at issues that will affect the city not just today but also in the future.‎

    There are opportunities to use your urban planning knowledge in historic preservation and conservation jobs, and many municipalities have departments that handle planning and strategy for the future. Urban planning is a wide discipline, so you might consider looking at other industries that are similar to planning and preservation. Landscape architects, land developers, and transportation boards often have job openings for urban planners. Look for jobs with nonprofits that advocate for better urban planning or for particular environmental causes. If you're passionate about a particular neighborhood or historic estate, you may be able to turn that calling into a career as well.‎

    Online courses on Coursera about urban planning provide you with the opportunity to learn about green cities, public health, sustainability, and geographic information system (GIS) mapping and spatial analysis. You might discover the principles of successfully managing smart urban infrastructures as well as connecting cities and nature through innovation. Learn about international urban planning concepts too, such as urban planning for cities in Africa, global environmental management, and mitigating climate change in developing countries through online courses on Coursera.‎

    Online Urban Planning courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Urban Planning skills. Choose from a wide range of Urban Planning courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Urban Planning, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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