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    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT for Project Management: Execution, Tracking, Success

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Generative AI, Project Implementation, Project Documentation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Project Schedules, Project Management, Workflow Management, Brainstorming, Meeting Facilitation, Technical Documentation, Document Management, Scheduling, Team Oriented, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Healthcare Analytics Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Statistical Analysis, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Analysis, Peer Review, Quality Assessment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Google SEO Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Competitive Analysis, Peer Review, Presentations, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Proposal Development, Auditing, Target Audience, Performance Metric

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      473 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Trabaja inteligentemente, no más duro: Gestión del tiempo para la productividad personal y profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Scheduling, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Delegation Skills, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Calendar Management, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, Planning, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Multitasking, Business Priorities, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Resource Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Communication, Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:管理与领导力英语 Management & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Employee Coaching, Business Communication, Report Writing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Telephone Skills, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Recruitment, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Communication, Communication Strategies, Grammar, Vocabulary

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      The Economics of Agro-Food Value Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Market Analysis, Food and Beverage, Packaging and Labeling, Price Negotiation, Branding, Business-To-Consumer, Innovation, Quality Assessment, Product Knowledge, Corporate Sustainability, Global Marketing, Supply And Demand, Promotional Strategies, Economics, Behavioral Economics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      442 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Primitives

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Loans, FinTech, Key Management, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Market Liquidity, Financial Trading, Transaction Processing, Supply Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      425 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Google Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Quality Management, Project Closure, Cost Management, Project Planning, Team Management, Project Scoping, Agile Project Management, Budget Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Communication Planning, Agile Software Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Schedules, Resource Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Change Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      356 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Board Infinity

      SAFe Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Process Improvement and Optimization, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Team Management, Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Performance Metric, Risk Management, Continuous Integration, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Release Management

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      Android App Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), JUnit, Android Studio, Android Development, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Test Automation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Development Testing, Software Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Secure Coding, Java, Application Security, Test Case

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      New
      V

      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Business Intelligence, Python Programming, Workflow Management, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Public Relations

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Persuasive Communication, Branding, Professional Networking, Research, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      577 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • ChatGPT for Project Management: Execution, Tracking, Success: Vanderbilt University
    • Healthcare Analytics Essentials : Northeastern University
    • Google SEO Capstone Project: University of California, Davis
    • Trabaja inteligentemente, no más duro: Gestión del tiempo para la productividad personal y profesional : University of California, Irvine
    • 商务英语课程:管理与领导力英语 Management & Leadership: Arizona State University
    • The Economics of Agro-Food Value Chains: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Primitives: Duke University
    • Google Project Management: Google
    • SAFe Fundamentals: Board Infinity
    • Android App Development: Vanderbilt University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Communication

    Coursera’s Business Communication courses teach vital skills to enhance your professional interactions and improve workplace efficiency:

    • Techniques for clear and effective writing in business settings
    • Strategies for impactful presentations and public speaking
    • Best practices for professional email and report writing
    • Skills for managing cross-cultural communications
    • Techniques for conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Methods for effective team communication and collaboration‎

    Business Communication courses are designed for learners of all levels:

    • Beginners can start with the basics of professional communication, including writing and speaking effectively.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their skills in specific communication challenges like negotiation and conflict resolution.
    • Advanced learners can master high-level communication strategies to lead teams and manage organizational change.‎

    Completing Business Communication courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials:

    • Professional certificates that confirm your proficiency in business communication
    • Specializations that enhance specific communication skills, tailored to different professional scenarios
    • Certificates that reflect your dedication to developing strong communication abilities, recognized in various professional contexts‎

    Effective communication skills can be valuable in all business roles, in various sectors:

    • Communications Manager, overseeing internal and external communication strategies
    • Public Relations Specialist, managing brand communication and media relations
    • Human Resources Manager, facilitating communication across all levels of an organization
    • Sales Representative, using persuasive communication to close deals and maintain client relationships
    • Project Manager, ensuring clear communication among project stakeholders and team members ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's business communication skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our business communication training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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