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    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Branding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Oracle SQL Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, SQL, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Design, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Database Software, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Access, Data Modeling, Network Architecture, Data Integrity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      851 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Product Analytics and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Usability Testing, Product Management, Customer Insights, A/B Testing, Product Development, Agile Methodology, User Experience, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science, Product Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      479 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Stanford University

      Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Cultural Diversity, Environment, Compassion, Environmental Issue, Resourcefulness, Mindfulness, Waste Minimization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Adaptability, Environmental Science, Product Lifecycle Management, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Pollution Prevention, Creativity, Decision Making, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      565 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      Deep Teaching Solutions

      تعّلم كيف تتعلم: أدوات ذهنية قوية لمساعدتك على إتقان موضوعات صعبة

      Skills you'll gain:

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Institute for the Future

      Ready, Set, Future! Introduction to Futures Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Innovation, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinking, Optimism, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Trend Analysis, Professional Development, Adaptability, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Economics, Socioeconomics, Forecasting, Social Studies, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      733 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • É

      École des Ponts ParisTech

      The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Competitive Intelligence, Business Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      817 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Integrative Nursing

      Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Nursing Practices, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Process, Clinical Nursing, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Nursing Care, Personal Care, Patient Treatment, Stress Management, Music, Education Software and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      886 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Project Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Management, Operations Management, Project Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Communications, Program Management, Governance, Change Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Project Management: Creating the WBS

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Estimation, Organizational Structure, Scope Management, Project Coordination, Project Management Software, Google Sheets, Standard Operating Procedure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      534 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Internet History, Technology, and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Computer Networking, Encryption, Internet Of Things, Web Development, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs: Coursera Project Network
    • Oracle SQL Databases: LearnQuest
    • Product Analytics and AI: University of Virginia
    • Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking: Stanford University
    • تعّلم كيف تتعلم: أدوات ذهنية قوية لمساعدتك على إتقان موضوعات صعبة: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Ready, Set, Future! Introduction to Futures Thinking: Institute for the Future
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École des Ponts ParisTech
    • Integrative Nursing: University of Minnesota
    • Project Management Fundamentals: LearnKartS

    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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