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    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Sales Presentations, Capital Markets, Finance, Fundraising, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Contract Negotiation, Financial Modeling, Investments, Due Diligence, Business Planning, Presentations, Storytelling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      474 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Digital Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Data Ethics, Campaign Management, Media Buying, Marketing Effectiveness, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Business Metrics, Media Planning, Marketing Strategies, Payment Systems, Augmented Reality, Data Analysis Software, A/B Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      409 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Educational Materials, Social Sciences, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Organizational Strategy, Capacity Management, Cost Accounting, Performance Metric, Financial Accounting, Budget Management, Accounting, Business Strategy, Financial Controls, Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Variance Analysis, Decision Making

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      756 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      The Power of Team Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Team Motivation, Team Performance Management, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Organizational Change

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      AI for Knowledge Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Machine Learning, Automation, Deep Learning, Workforce Development, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Information Privacy, Verification And Validation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Service-Oriented Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Web Services, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Architecture, Web Applications, JSON, Systems Architecture, Java

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      578 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Introducción a las finanzas

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Working Capital, Financial Controls, Financial Management, Cash Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Planning, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Income Statement, Portfolio Management, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      316 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Arts and Culture Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Liberal Arts, Business Strategy, Target Audience, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      223 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Caregiving, Teaching, Collaboration, Human Learning, Patient Education and Support, Learning Theory, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Advocacy, Curriculum Planning, Care Coordination, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Human Development, Community and Social Work, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Transformation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Technology Solutions, Contract Review, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Teams, Automation, Innovation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      72 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to Digital Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • The Power of Team Culture: University of Pennsylvania
    • AI for Knowledge Workers: University of California, Davis
    • Service-Oriented Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Introducción a las finanzas: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Arts and Culture Strategy: University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

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    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
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    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    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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