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    • Y

      Yonsei University

      Marketing Internacional en Asia

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, B2B Sales, Business-To-Consumer, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Planning, Market Opportunities, Marketing Management, Cultural Diversity, Business Strategy, Brand Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      L'entrepreneuriat social: faire son business plan

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Market Research, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing, Performance Measurement, Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Engagement, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Business Strategy, Needs Assessment, Goal Setting, Governance, Financial Planning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Data Integrity, Network Protocols

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Università Bocconi

      Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, International Relations, Human Resources, Cultural Diversity, Economic Development, Organizational Strategy, Policy Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      What is the Metaverse?

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Diversity and Inclusion, Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Virtual Teams, Digital Assets, E-Commerce, Collaborative Software, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Technology Roadmaps, Infrastructure Architecture, Business Ethics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Building Sustainable Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Environmental Laws, Public Works, Community Development, Land Development, Environmental Policy, Civil Engineering, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Environmental Issue, Environment, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Community Outreach, Governance, Water Resources

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • L

      Lund University

      Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Radiology, Radiation Protection, Radiography, Oncology, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Natural Resource Management, Construction Management, Environment and Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, HVAC, Building Design, Environmental Regulations, Water Resources, Architectural Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Thermal Management, Project Management, Architectural Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Science, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Cyber Threat Hunting

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Event Monitoring, System Monitoring, Network Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University at Buffalo

      Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Production Management, Data Integration, Business Process Management, Digital Transformation, Data Security, Internet Of Things, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      638 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Cómo Invertir en Cripto

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Investments, Blockchain, Digital Assets, Portfolio Management, Cryptography, FinTech, Financial Trading, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Management and Advanced Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Safety, Scientific Methods, Record Keeping, Safety Audits, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      94 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Marketing Internacional en Asia: Yonsei University
    • L'entrepreneuriat social: faire son business plan: ESSEC Business School
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
    • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
    • What is the Metaverse?: Meta
    • Building Sustainable Cities: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
    • Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design: L&T EduTech
    • Cyber Threat Hunting: Infosec
    • Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise: University at Buffalo

    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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