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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Customer experience strategy (CX), Regulatory Compliance, Capacity Management, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Environmental Issue

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Business Strategies, Growth Strategies, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      724 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Reporting, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      716 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Administración financiera y su función en la empresa

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Performance Measurement, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Business Management, Stakeholder Management, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Emory University

      Understanding Violence

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Conflict Management, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Trauma Care, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of California, Davis

      Health Information Literacy for Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Dictionary, Data Validation, Health Informatics, Data Modeling, Extract, Transform, Load, Health Systems, Data Management, Metadata Management, Data Compilation, Health Care, Analytics, Data Mapping, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Health Information Management, Taxonomy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      270 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Reporting extra-financier et stratégie RSE

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Reporting, Compliance Reporting, Annual Reports, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      415 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Using Public Policy for Social Change

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community and Social Work, Program Evaluation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Public Works, Transportation Management, Facility Management, Land Management, Operations Management, Asset Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Public Administration, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Issue, Economics, Peer Review, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      793 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate & Commercial Law II: Business Forms, Financing & Governmental Regulation

      Skills you'll gain: Bankruptcies, Securities (Finance), Commercial Laws, Loans, Banking, Financial Regulations, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business, Financial Regulation, Organizational Structure, Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      382 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Strategy and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Business Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      563 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning in the Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Data Management, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Continuous Monitoring

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future: University of Colorado System
    • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development: University of Geneva
    • Administración financiera y su función en la empresa : Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Understanding Violence: Emory University
    • Health Information Literacy for Data Analytics: University of California, Davis
    • Reporting extra-financier et stratégie RSE: ESSEC Business School
    • Using Public Policy for Social Change: University of Michigan
    • Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Corporate & Commercial Law II: Business Forms, Financing & Governmental Regulation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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