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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Geodesign: Change Your World

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Design Thinking, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Community Development, Collaborative Software, Environment and Resource Management, Decision Support Systems, Creativity, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Managing as a Coach

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, People Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Mentorship, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Decision-Making and Scenarios

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      Write Your First Novel

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Creativity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      362 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português)

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Price Negotiation, Legal Strategy, Planning, Strategic Planning, Conflict Management, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      More Introduction to Financial Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Working Capital, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Tax Planning, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Income Tax, Tax, Equities, Cash Flows, Fixed Asset, Depreciation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      543 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Systems Biology and Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Network Analysis, Analytical Skills, Scientific Methods, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Experimentation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Experience, Analysis, Biology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      973 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Startup Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Visionary, Business Strategy, Market Research, Business Strategies, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Wireless Communications for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Digital Communications, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Capacity Management, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Research Data Management and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, File Management, Data Storage, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Governance, Document Management, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Security, Version Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      718 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Java FullStack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Eclipse (Software), JavaScript Frameworks, Spring Boot, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Restful API, Java Programming, Model View Controller, Object Oriented Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Software Development Tools, Spring Framework, Java, Web Services, Javascript, Integrated Development Environments

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      657 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Media and Marketing Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Electronic Media, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Mobile Banking, Communication, Emerging Technologies, Branding, Consumer Behaviour, Personalized Service

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular urban planning courses

    • Geodesign: Change Your World: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
    • Decision-Making and Scenarios: University of Pennsylvania
    • Write Your First Novel: Michigan State University
    • Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português): University of Michigan
    • More Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
    • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Startup Entrepreneurship: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Wireless Communications for Everybody: Yonsei University
    • Research Data Management and Sharing: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Frequently Asked Questions about Urban Planning

    Urban planning is a set of processes for managing the development and design of cities and their surrounding areas. Some of the issues that factor into urban planning include efficient land use, transportation, maintaining clean air and water, economic opportunities, and education. Urban planners have to balance forward-thinking with historic preservation, and they work with multiple municipal agencies to achieve their goals. They also consider the needs of multiple constituencies in their work. You'll see urban planning at work throughout the world, and cultures have practiced it in one form or another since ancient times.‎

    Urban planning is an important discipline because urban planners explore the issues that face our cities today and attempt to address them. If you have a passion for your city—large or small—you can make a difference by studying urban planning and putting it into practice. Your work is different from that of an architect, because you're not looking at the city as a whole rather than particular structures. Urban planning involves big picture thinking and looks at issues that will affect the city not just today but also in the future.‎

    There are opportunities to use your urban planning knowledge in historic preservation and conservation jobs, and many municipalities have departments that handle planning and strategy for the future. Urban planning is a wide discipline, so you might consider looking at other industries that are similar to planning and preservation. Landscape architects, land developers, and transportation boards often have job openings for urban planners. Look for jobs with nonprofits that advocate for better urban planning or for particular environmental causes. If you're passionate about a particular neighborhood or historic estate, you may be able to turn that calling into a career as well.‎

    Online courses on Coursera about urban planning provide you with the opportunity to learn about green cities, public health, sustainability, and geographic information system (GIS) mapping and spatial analysis. You might discover the principles of successfully managing smart urban infrastructures as well as connecting cities and nature through innovation. Learn about international urban planning concepts too, such as urban planning for cities in Africa, global environmental management, and mitigating climate change in developing countries through online courses on Coursera.‎

    Online Urban Planning courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Urban Planning skills. Choose from a wide range of Urban Planning courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Urban Planning, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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