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    • I

      IBM

      Business Intelligence (BI) Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Mining, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Warehousing, Data Wrangling, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      293 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Business Modeling, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Business Mathematics, Financial Planning, Corporate Finance, Predictive Analytics, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Events Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Marketing, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Hospitality, Planning, Operations Management, Coordinating, Budgeting, Promotional Strategies, Vendor Management, Marketing Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      206 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Compute Engine

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Containerization, Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Service Level Agreement, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, Microservices, Service Level

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      58K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Finance and Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Finance, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Tax Planning, Equities, Financial Planning, Business Valuation, Corporate Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Managing Social and Human Capital

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, People Management, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Employee Performance Management, Team Motivation, Compensation and Benefits, Job Analysis, Talent Recruitment, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      IBM Cybersecurity Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Linux, Computer Security Incident Management, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Leaflet (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Plotly, Machine Learning Algorithms, Plot (Graphics), Knitr

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Management Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Governance, Environmental Science, Community Development, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of California, Davis

      The Strategy of Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Strategic Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing, Multimedia, Copywriting, Branding, Target Audience, Persona Development, Business Ethics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      5.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Executives and Business Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Risk Mitigation, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Data Ethics, Brainstorming, Generative AI Agents, Business Priorities, Return On Investment, Data Strategy, Business Leadership, Goal Setting, Artificial Intelligence, Business Solutions, Ideation, Business Strategy, Scalability, Business Transformation, Business Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      428 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I
      I

      Multiple educators

      IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Services, Security Controls, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Information Assurance, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, Computing Platforms, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Platforms, Encryption, Data Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Business Intelligence (BI) Essentials: IBM
    • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Events Management : Coursera Instructor Network
    • Architecting with Google Compute Engine: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Finance and Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
    • Managing Social and Human Capital: University of Pennsylvania
    • IBM Cybersecurity Analyst: IBM
    • Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • The Strategy of Content Marketing: University of California, Davis

    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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