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    Study governance principles for managing organizations and institutions. Learn about corporate governance, public governance, and governance frameworks.

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      PepsiCo

      The Water Cycle

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Hydraulics, Civil Engineering, Environmental Laws, Environmental Science, Governance, Quantitative Research, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Estimation, Data Literacy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Diversity with Inclusion in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Empathy, Safety Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Curiosity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Circular business models fostering sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Digital Transformation, Systems Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Strategies, Business Economics, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment and Resource Management, Waste Minimization, Finance, Policy Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      INSEAD

      Blockchain e Negócios: Aplicativos e Implicações

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Transformation, Governance, Organizational Structure, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Business Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Innovation, Enterprise Architecture, Intellectual Property

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Data Management Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Relational Databases, Data Management, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization Software, Data Security, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, SQL, Personally Identifiable Information, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing and Managing Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Sustainability Reporting, Strategic Sourcing, Logistics Management, Reverse Logistics, Business Technologies, Transportation Operations, Supplier Management, Waste Minimization, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategies, Innovation

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Data intelligence for businesses and managers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Management, Data Strategy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Management, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Business Transformation, Business Analytics, Data Architecture, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Compliance Management, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Contract Management, Risk Mitigation, Finance, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Stakeholder Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Purchasing, Procurement, Consolidation, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Management, Supplier Management, Corporate Sustainability, Knowledge Transfer, Diversity Programs, Performance Measurement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Getting Started with Microsoft Fabric

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Analytics, Data Warehousing, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Modeling, Dashboard, Data Governance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      1.5° Lifestyles: Mainstreaming Everyday Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Resource Consumption Accounting, Systems Thinking, Consumer Behaviour, Socioeconomics, Education and Training, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Community Development, Sustainability Reporting, Economics, Environmental Policy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Leading Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Process Improvement, Leadership, Business Process, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Change Management, Storytelling, Communication, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Employee Engagement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

    • The Water Cycle: PepsiCo
    • Diversity with Inclusion in Organizations: IE Business School
    • Circular business models fostering sustainability: Politecnico di Milano
    • Blockchain e Negócios: Aplicativos e Implicações: INSEAD
    • Data Management Capstone Project: SkillUp EdTech
    • Developing and Managing Sustainable Supply Chains: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data intelligence for businesses and managers: Institut Mines-Télécom
    • Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure: Università Bocconi
    • Special Topics and Specialization Wrap-up: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Getting Started with Microsoft Fabric: Whizlabs

    Frequently Asked Questions about Governance

    Governance courses on Coursera explore the structures, processes, and policies involved in effectively managing various types of organizations and governmental bodies:

    • Understanding of governance frameworks and theories that guide organizational and public policy.
    • Skills in policy analysis and decision-making to enhance governance effectiveness.
    • Knowledge of regulatory environments and how they impact various sectors.
    • Techniques for stakeholder engagement and public administration.
    • Insights into ethical leadership and accountability in governance.
    • Strategies for risk management and compliance in a governance context.
    • Application of international governance standards and practices. ‎

    Governance courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at different stages of their professional journey:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to governance, providing foundational knowledge and basic applications.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for those with some experience in public administration, law, or business, looking to deepen their understanding of governance issues.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise in specific areas of governance, such as corporate governance, public sector reform, or international relations.‎

    Coursera offers a variety of educational pathways in governance:

    • Professional certificates that can help you demonstrate your governance capabilities and enhance your career prospects.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular aspects of governance, such as environmental governance or digital governance.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that help prepare you for leadership roles in governance, policy-making, or public administration.‎

    Studying governance on Coursera can help prepare you for a range of roles in public, private, and nonprofit sectors:

    • Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate policies to guide organizational or governmental strategy.
    • Governance Officer: Ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and ethical practices.
    • Public Administrator: Manage public sector organizations, implementing policies and programs.
    • Corporate Governance Analyst: Oversee compliance and corporate governance frameworks within companies.
    • NGO Director: Lead nonprofit organizations, managing operations and strategic initiatives.‎
    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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