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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Drive Engagement, Grammar

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Starweaver

      Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®)

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Backlogs, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Process, User Requirements Documents, User Story, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      The Business of Music Production

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Contract Negotiation, Musical Composition, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Peer Review, Music History, Active Listening, Legal Proceedings, Constructive Feedback, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Instrumental Music, Legal Strategy, Media Production, Professional Networking, Music Theory, Post-Production, Digital Assets, Business Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Washington

      Business English: Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary, Scheduling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      IBM Program Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Strategy, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Resource Management, Governance, Earned Value Management, Cost Management, Team Building, Project Management, Generative AI Agents

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Delegation Skills, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Resource Management, Prioritization, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, IT Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Technical Management, Scope Management, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Starweaver

      Lean Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Improvement, Kanban Principles, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Business Process, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations Management, Workflow Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Waste Minimization, Change Management, Program Implementation, Employee Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Management Certification

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Product Development, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Testing, Business Development, Agile Product Development, Product Requirements, Commercialization, Business Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Agile Methodology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      387 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      H

      Howard University

      Project Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Project Coordination, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Controls, Project Planning, Project Closure, Stakeholder Management, Change Control, Leadership

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      909 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IE Business School

      Brand and Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Branding, Brand Awareness, Product Management, Brand Loyalty, Product Strategy, Product Planning, New Product Development, Employee Engagement, Customer Engagement, Portfolio Management, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Meta Database Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Design, Version Control, Database Management Systems, Database Management, MySQL Workbench, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Data Structures, SQL, Unix Commands, Relational Databases, Databases, Git (Version Control System), Database Systems, Stored Procedure, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
    • The Business of Music Production: Berklee
    • Business English: Networking: University of Washington
    • IBM Program Manager: IBM
    • Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Project Management : IBM
    • Lean Management Fundamentals: Starweaver
    • Product Management Certification: SkillUp EdTech
    • Project Management Essentials: Howard University

    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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