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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Network Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Aspectos básicos de la planificación y la gestión de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Work Breakdown Structure, Dependency Analysis, Kanban Principles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Lesson Planning, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Teaching, Creativity, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      483 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Programación y presupuesto del proyecto

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Earned Value Management, Cost Estimation, Project Estimation, Budget Management, Timelines, Scheduling, Project Planning, Cost Control, Budgeting, Performance Measurement, Resource Allocation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Estimation, Resource Management, Forecasting

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      JavaScript Security

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Application Security, Serverless Computing, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Cryptography, Risk Management Framework, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Package and Software Management, Node.JS, Web Applications, Javascript, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Dependency Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Learning Styles, Empathy, Social Studies, Discussion Facilitation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      510 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      Competencias Laborales: Perfiles, Evaluación y Capacitación.

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Developing Training Materials, Peer Review, Job Analysis, Employee Surveys, Training and Development, Workforce Management, Employee Performance Management, Program Evaluation, Process Mapping

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      414 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Formulación y evaluación de proyectos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Portfolio Management, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Engineering Management, Complex Problem Solving, Project Finance, Project Risk Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Systems Thinking, Transportation Operations, Public Administration, Information Technology, Economic Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Environment and Resource Management, Financial Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      184 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Equities, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      609 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Cost Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Income Statement, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Inventory Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Strategic Decision-Making, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Product Assortment, Depreciation, Financial Accounting, Production Process, Financial Statements, Price Negotiation, Capacity Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      263 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDHEC Business School

      Climate Change and Sustainable Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Project Finance, Environmental Policy, Finance, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Economics, Environmental Issue, Asset Management, Behavioral Economics, Energy and Utilities, Investments, Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Engineering, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals: Google Cloud
    • Aspectos básicos de la planificación y la gestión de proyectos: University of Virginia
    • Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Programación y presupuesto del proyecto: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • JavaScript Security: Infosec
    • Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Competencias Laborales: Perfiles, Evaluación y Capacitación.: Universidad de Chile
    • Formulación y evaluación de proyectos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Portfolio Selection and Risk Management: Rice University

    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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