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      University of Alberta

      Client Needs and Software Requirements

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Product Requirements, Backlogs, User Requirements Documents, Scope Management, Change Control, User Story, System Requirements, Client Services, Acceptance Testing, Prioritization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Proposal Development, Market Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Surveys, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research, Science and Research, Market Analysis, Focus Group, Regression Analysis, Content Performance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      471 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Personal Development, Resilience, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Emotional Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      828 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Leeds

      Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Planning, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, System Testing, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Usability Testing, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      354 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Culture, Sociology, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, World History, Research, Immigration Law, Demography, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      300 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic

      Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Child Development, Psychological Evaluations, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Working With Children, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Health Assessment, Clinical Psychology, Disabilities, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      805 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Autoridad, dirección y liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Supervision, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Coordinating, Personal Development, Administration, People Development, Business Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Building Codes, Construction Inspection, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Project Implementation, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Feasibility Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Submittals (Construction), Structural Analysis, Process Analysis, Cost Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Business Development, Resource Allocation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Analysis, Target Market, User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, New Product Development, Leadership Development, Performance Metric, Revenue Forecasting, Business Strategy, Product Development, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      984 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Goal Setting, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Cognitive flexibility

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Education Software and Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Learning Theory, Learning Styles, Creativity, Decision Making, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      520 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Hacia una práctica constructivista en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Pedagogy, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Design, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Human Learning, Curriculum Planning, Learning Theory, Student Engagement, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sustainable development courses

    • Client Needs and Software Requirements : University of Alberta
    • Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations: Rice University
    • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds
    • Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic: University of Geneva
    • Autoridad, dirección y liderazgo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors: University at Buffalo
    • Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas: Universidad de los Andes
    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Sustainable Development

    Sustainable development is the process of creating the products and systems that are needed in today's society without sacrificing the ability of future generations and societies to create the products and systems needed to sustain their own lifestyles and needs. Its study involves learning how to use natural resources without depleting them. It looks at environmental issues such as water, air quality, and climate change that can impact quality of life. Current and future economic factors are also explored as part of this expansive field of study.‎

    If your goal is to enter a field that combines humanitarianism with economics or business management, learning about sustainable development opens up a wide range of opportunities. Sustainability is one of the cornerstones of social corporate responsibility and additionally plays an important role in international trade.

    Career opportunities are fairly broad for professionals in the sustainable development field because you could meet with people who are affected by corporate decisions and prepare reports about your findings. Additionally, you could work in an office setting as part of a group brainstorming environmentally friendly ways to develop a new product, among many other options.

    Increasing your understanding of sustainable development can help you add an exciting edge to your career because it helps you stay on top of current sustainability issues. You're also able to bridge gaps between the manufacturing of things and processes that already exist and the needs of future generations.‎

    Business management and engineering are two of the fields that employ many of the people who work in sustainable development. Knowledge of sustainability is required for both effective decision-making for business leaders and for engineers in the areas of product development and building architectural structures. Some other fields where sustainability professionals work include political science, education, technology, and energy.‎

    Sustainable development courses on Coursera provide you with the opportunity to explore the humanitarian aspects of the way business is currently done and provides information about laying the groundwork to provide future generations with the best quality of life possible. Learning about sustainable development from Coursera's partners is an opportunity to thrive in the lucrative field of your choice while displaying forward-thinking humanitarianism. It may also serve as the way to build a career as a consultant in the field of sustainability because the courses begin with introductory information and build on it through the intermediate and advanced levels, with Professional Certificates that carry weight in the field at the end of your studies.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Sustainable Development, 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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