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    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Digital Transformation, Litigation Support, Court Systems, Legal Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Innovation, Virtual Environment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Healthcare Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Systems, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Technology, Market Dynamics, Health Care Administration, Health Policy, Innovation, Financial Regulations, Cultural Diversity, Regulatory Affairs, Economics, Insurance, Market Trend

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      607 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Post-Production, Color Theory, Digital Design, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Decisiones Financieras

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Investments, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Financial Trading, Risk Management, Cash Management, Accounting, Working Capital, Accrual Accounting, Market Liquidity, Cash Flows, Capital Budgeting, Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      195 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Research, Creativity, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      931 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Institute for the Future

      Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Proposal Development, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Value Propositions, Content Creation

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      K

      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
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Database Design and Basic SQL in PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Database Theory, Database Management, Data Modeling, Databases, Data Integrity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Communication, Advocacy, Innovation, Business Development, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Professional Workspace Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Data Governance, Google Workspace, Data Loss Prevention, Gmail, User Accounts, Information Management, Email Security, Data Management, Data Security, Document Management, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Records Management, Data Storage, Security Management, Cloud Security, Service Management, Scripting, Technical Support

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Professional Selling: 3 Steps to High-Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Process, Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales, Sales Presentation, B2B Sales, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, General Sales Practices, Needs Assessment, Rapport Building, Sales Pipelines, Solution Selling, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Lead Generation, Telephone Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      66 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law: Universidad Austral
    • Healthcare Marketplace: University of Minnesota
    • Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production: Michigan State University
    • Decisiones Financieras: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens: Institute for the Future
    • Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses: Coursera Project Network
    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Database Design and Basic SQL in PostgreSQL: University of Michigan
    • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University

    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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