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    Study governance principles for managing organizations and institutions. Learn about corporate governance, public governance, and governance frameworks.

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      ESSEC Business School

      Mieux comprendre l'ESS pour mieux en parler

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Communication Strategies, Governance, Journalism, Community Development, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Social Sciences, Stakeholder Engagement, Economics, Business Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      FAIR Institute

      Understanding Cyber Risk Reporting with FAIR™

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Safety Culture, Financial Regulations, Compliance Reporting, Regulatory Requirements

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Practice Test for CompTIA Data+ Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Statistical Analysis, Data Security, Data Transformation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Gobierno corporativo: estructuras

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Compliance Management, Financial Regulation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Accountability, Organizational Structure, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Health Disparities, Community and Social Work, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Social Justice, Public Health, Public Policies, Community Outreach, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Essence of Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Professional Networking, Public Administration, Political Sciences, Governance, Social Sciences, Community Development, Conflict Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Data Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Microsoft Azure, Security Controls

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Packt

      IT & Cloud Audit Masterclass – Fundamentals to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), IT Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Assessments, Identity and Access Management, Data Security

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      LearnKartS

      PgMP® Performance Domains - Strategy,Benefits,& Stakeholder

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Benefits Administration, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Strategic Communication, Project Performance, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Cloud FinOps

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Expense Management, Cost Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Platforms, Billing, Financial Controls, Amazon Web Services, Accountability, Budgeting, Resource Utilization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Sustainable Infrastructure Project Financing

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Private Equity, Capital Markets, Economic Development, Innovation, International Finance, Finance, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Compliance Management, Legal Strategy, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Research, Contract Review, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

    • Mieux comprendre l'ESS pour mieux en parler: ESSEC Business School
    • Understanding Cyber Risk Reporting with FAIR™: FAIR Institute
    • Practice Test for CompTIA Data+ Certification: SkillUp EdTech
    • Gobierno corporativo: estructuras: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy: Politecnico di Milano
    • Essence of Leadership : O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance: Microsoft
    • IT & Cloud Audit Masterclass – Fundamentals to Advanced: Packt
    • PgMP® Performance Domains - Strategy,Benefits,& Stakeholder: LearnKartS
    • Cloud FinOps: Board Infinity

    Frequently Asked Questions about Governance

    Governance courses on Coursera explore the structures, processes, and policies involved in effectively managing various types of organizations and governmental bodies:

    • Understanding of governance frameworks and theories that guide organizational and public policy.
    • Skills in policy analysis and decision-making to enhance governance effectiveness.
    • Knowledge of regulatory environments and how they impact various sectors.
    • Techniques for stakeholder engagement and public administration.
    • Insights into ethical leadership and accountability in governance.
    • Strategies for risk management and compliance in a governance context.
    • Application of international governance standards and practices. ‎

    Governance courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at different stages of their professional journey:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to governance, providing foundational knowledge and basic applications.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for those with some experience in public administration, law, or business, looking to deepen their understanding of governance issues.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise in specific areas of governance, such as corporate governance, public sector reform, or international relations.‎

    Coursera offers a variety of educational pathways in governance:

    • Professional certificates that can help you demonstrate your governance capabilities and enhance your career prospects.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular aspects of governance, such as environmental governance or digital governance.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that help prepare you for leadership roles in governance, policy-making, or public administration.‎

    Studying governance on Coursera can help prepare you for a range of roles in public, private, and nonprofit sectors:

    • Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate policies to guide organizational or governmental strategy.
    • Governance Officer: Ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and ethical practices.
    • Public Administrator: Manage public sector organizations, implementing policies and programs.
    • Corporate Governance Analyst: Oversee compliance and corporate governance frameworks within companies.
    • NGO Director: Lead nonprofit organizations, managing operations and strategic initiatives.‎
    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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