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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Camino a la Excelencia en Gestión de Proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Culture Transformation, Project Management, Process Mapping, Organizational Change, Continuous Improvement Process, Contract Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Image Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Corporate Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Financial Management, Asset Management, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, Working Capital

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Healthcare Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Finance, Health Care Administration, Pharmaceuticals, Negotiation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Financial Planning, Cost Estimation, Corporate Finance, Health Care, Cash Flows

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Reinforcement Learning, Data Cleansing, Data Access, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library)

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Microeconomics Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Business, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Business Operations, Price Negotiation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Strategy, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation, Revenue Management, Decision Making, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Università Bocconi

      Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Organizational Change, Socioeconomics, Business Strategy, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      897 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Bayesian Statistics, R Programming, Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Data Mining, Computer Vision, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Low Voltage, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environment Health And Safety, Workforce Development, Economics, Construction, Project Design, Environment, Environmental Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

      Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, System Programming, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Command-Line Interface

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      638 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Portfolio and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Investments, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Financial Market, Finance, Probability Distribution, Market Dynamics, Correlation Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mergers and acquisitions courses

    • Camino a la Excelencia en Gestión de Proyectos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: IBM
    • Introduction to Corporate Finance: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Healthcare Finance: University of Michigan
    • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
    • Microeconomics Principles: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity : Università Bocconi
    • Bayesian Statistics: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Machine Learning: University of Washington
    • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo

    Skills you can learn in Finance

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    Financial Statement (14)
    Financial Accounting (13)
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    Trading (11)
    Evaluation (10)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Mergers And Acquisitions

    Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) courses on Coursera offer a broad spectrum of skills critical to navigating complex corporate transactions, including:

    • Fundamental concepts of M&A, including the stages of acquisition and merger processes
    • Valuation techniques for accurately assessing company worth
    • Negotiation strategies essential for securing advantageous deals
    • Legal and regulatory considerations impacting mergers and acquisitions
    • Integration planning to ensure smooth transitions post-transaction
    • Risk management to identify and mitigate potential challenges during M&A activities‎

    Coursera’s M&A courses cater to learners with varying levels of experience:

    • Introductory courses are available for beginners with no prior background, covering fundamental concepts of mergers and acquisitions.
    • Intermediate learners with some experience in business or finance can explore more complex subjects such as due diligence and deal structuring.
    • Advanced professionals can engage with topics on strategic acquisitions, international M&A laws, and post-merger integration techniques.‎

    Coursera offers various credentials in mergers and acquisitions to enhance your professional profile:

    • Certificates for each course completed, affirming your knowledge in specific areas of M&A.
    • Professional certificates that aggregate skills across multiple courses, preparing learners for roles within the M&A sector.
    • Specializations and Mastertrack certificates that provide in-depth knowledge on complex topics related to mergers and acquisitions, aimed at advancing your career.‎

    Skills acquired from M&A courses can lead to numerous prestigious career opportunities in the business sector, including:

    • M&A Consultant, providing advice on acquisition strategies and opportunities
    • Investment Banker, focusing on facilitating large merger transactions and financing
    • Corporate Development Officer, spearheading company growth through strategic acquisitions
    • Private Equity Analyst, evaluating and implementing investment strategies involving mergers
    • M&A Attorney, handling the legal aspects of deals and ensuring regulatory compliance

    These roles utilize specialized knowledge in mergers and acquisitions to strategize growth, manage corporate changes, and increase business value.‎

    Looking to enhance your team's M&A skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our M&A training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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