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      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

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      463 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Introduction to Imagemaking

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Photo Editing, Photography, Peer Review, Design, Design Research, Storytelling, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      What is Compliance?

      Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Reporting, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Auditing, Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Risk Management, Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Business Mathematics, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Product Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Programming in C++: A Hands-on Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, File Management, Integrated Development Environments, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Pseudocode, Maintainability, Data Storage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Antibiotic Stewardship

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Prescription, Patient Safety, Microbiology, Public Health, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Long Term Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Introduction to Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Financial Services, Risk Management, Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Banking, Financial Regulation, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      European Business Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Labor Law, Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Research, Tax Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Commercial Laws, Legal Strategy, Business, International Relations, Compliance Management, Business Strategy, European History, Competitive Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Business Economics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Marketing Analytics Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Application Programming Interface (API), Personally Identifiable Information, Web Analytics, Information Privacy, Data Integration, Analytics, Facebook, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advertising

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Project Management: Foundations and Initiation

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Project Scoping, Resource Management, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Communication

      Build toward a degree

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

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Databricks, Data Processing, Cloud Services, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Databases, Dashboard, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Database Administration, Relational Databases, MySQL, Data Store, SQL, Cloud Storage, Database Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      830 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Managing Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management

      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 time management courses

    • Generative AI for Executives and Business Leaders: IBM
    • Introduction to Imagemaking: California Institute of the Arts
    • What is Compliance?: University of Pennsylvania
    • Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Programming in C++: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
    • Antibiotic Stewardship : Stanford University
    • Introduction to Risk Management: Corporate Finance Institute
    • European Business Law: Lund University
    • Marketing Analytics Foundation: Meta
    • Project Management: Foundations and Initiation: University of Colorado Boulder

    Frequently Asked Questions about Time Management

    Time management is the process of organizing and planning how to schedule your time across various tasks to be both efficient and productive. Whether in your career or in your personal life, time management skills and techniques like goal setting, prioritization, and delegation can help you to make steady progress towards your long-term goals while filtering out unnecessary activities.

    Time management skills are important because they allow you to work smarter, not harder, enabling you to get more done in less time and enhancing your productivity. In a career setting, the ability to manage your individual and group projects with decisive task management makes you more effective at your job and more valuable to your organization. This in turn translates into career advancement opportunities and greater employment prospects.

    Your personal life can also benefit from time management skills, as they empower you to make the most out of your daily routine. By building your self-motivation and coupling it with a strategic approach to personal development, you can pursue success in your life goals on your terms.‎

    Whether you work in a public, private, or nonprofit job, every individual and organization strives to be as productive as possible and can benefit from time management skills. And, since the need for efficient time management increases with the number of decisions that need to be made, these skills are especially necessary for managerial roles.

    There are also career opportunities in helping these high-level managers meet their productivity targets. Executive assistants help leaders in organizations of all kinds manage their obligations and staff, and may even be responsible for reviewing incoming documents, conducting research, and preparing reports.

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, administrative assistants have a median salary of $38,850 per year and can often start working with a high school diploma, although they typically need a bachelor’s degree to become executive assistants.‎

    Yes. Coursera offers a wide range of online courses and Specializations that can strengthen your time management skills and help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With the opportunity to learn remotely at top-ranked schools like the University of California Irvine, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Michigan, you’ll receive a high quality education taught by leading experts.

    And, since you can complete coursework on a flexible schedule, you’ll be able to practice your time management skills as you learn them and fit your learning into your existing work or family life. You’ll also do the same coursework and earn the same credits as on-campus students while paying a significantly lower cost. That is time well-spent.‎

    Because time management is a concept that anyone can benefit from learning, no experience or skills are necessary before studying it. You could be a student who wants to manage your time wisely when studying. A busy stay-at-home mom who wants to learn better time management when taking care of her household and family. Or you could be a doctor who wants to learn time management skills so you can see more patients in a timely manner. The main thing you'll need to bring to the table when you study time management is a desire to improve your skills so that you can implement them in your personal or professional life.‎

    Because almost any job requires time management skills to some degree, the types of people suited for those roles vary. It helps if you are organized, both in your personal and professional lives. It also helps if you know how to prioritize your daily tasks. Understanding how to set goals and accomplish them can be an important part of a job that depends on time management. You may also need to know how to plan and delegate tasks and communicate well with others. Time management jobs may require working with or managing a team. Finally, you need to be good at stress management. Letting stress get the best of you can interfere with your ability to practice good time management.‎

    Anyone who needs more organization in their life may benefit from studying time management. You may learn how to be more productive at work or at home, which can lead to achieving more of your short-term and long-term goals and reducing the amount of stress in your life. If you're planning on starting a business or a career in a field that may be fast-paced and stressful, learning about time management could be just what you need to help set you above other applicants.‎

    Online Time Management courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Time Management skills. Choose from a wide range of Time Management courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Time Management, 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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