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      University of California, Irvine

      IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Quick Learning, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Literacy, Detail Oriented, Vocabulary, English Language

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      440 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Test Driven Development (TDD), Requirements Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Migrating to the AWS Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Data Migration, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Requirements Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Technical Writing, Requirements Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Functional Requirement, Writing, User Requirements Documents, System Requirements, Product Requirements, Proofreading, Editing, Grammar, Style Guides, Verification And Validation, Systems Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Compute Engine 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Virtual Machines, Microservices, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Storage, Network Architecture, Terraform

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      888 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Hiring Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Executive Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, Job Analysis, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Consulting, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Big Data

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Health Information Technology Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Databases, Change Control, Data Management, Authentications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Bases de la planification et de la gestion de projet

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Implementation, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Risk Analysis, Agile Methodology, Budget Management, Dependency Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Kanban Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      West Virginia University

      Wood Science: Beyond Building

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Product Lifecycle Management, Structural Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      778 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Palliative Care Always

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Primary Care, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Compassion, Nursing Care, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Treatment, Oncology, Patient Evaluation, Nursing and Patient Care, Telehealth, Cultural Sensitivity, Nursing Practices, Home Health Care, Stress Management, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
    • Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • Migrating to the AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
    • Requirements Writing: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Architecting with Google Compute Engine 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Hiring Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE: ESSEC Business School
    • Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed : University of Michigan
    • Health Information Technology Fundamentals: Johns Hopkins University
    • Bases de la planification et de la gestion de projet: University of Virginia

    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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