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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Washington

      Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Anthropology, Sociology, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Timelines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      283 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Timelines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Scoping, Procurement, Budget Management, Scheduling, Timelines, Project Performance, Resource Management, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sustainability for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Performance Measurement, Strategic Partnership, Systems Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Supply Management, Procurement, Business Operations, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Goal Setting, Operational Risk, Human Capital, Environment and Resource Management, Business Risk Management

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      How to Transform Digitally?

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing Architecture, Governance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Operational Efficiency, Cybersecurity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Network Performance Management, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Firewall, Network Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software-Defined Networking, Performance Tuning, Wide Area Networks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), TCP/IP

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      81 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Financial Services, Investments, Environmental Resource Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Corporate Strategy, Financial Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Information Assurance, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Risk Management Framework

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Dataplex by Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Cloud Management, Data Governance, Google Cloud Platform, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Processing, Metadata Management, Data Pipelines, Analytics, Data Security, IT Automation, Identity and Access Management

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Diplomatic Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, Negotiation, International Relations, Economics, Political Sciences, Digital Communications, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Public Relations, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Social Media

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      EIT Digital

      Sustainable Digital Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Solutions, Technology Strategies, Business Management, Business Strategies, Internet Of Things, Market Opportunities

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      189 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Introduction to Risk Management

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
    • Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Sustainability for Business: University of Colorado Boulder
    • How to Transform Digitally?: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification: EDUCBA
    • ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis: Interactive Brokers
    • Leadership: Infosec
    • Dataplex by Google Cloud : Board Infinity
    • Diplomatic Practice: O.P. Jindal Global University

    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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