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    Understand the foundations of business for starting and managing companies. Learn about marketing, finance, operations, and strategy.

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      Designing the Future of Finance

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Services, Banking Services, Financial Regulation, Application Programming Interface (API), Financial Data, Banking, Financial Regulations, Payment Systems, International Finance, Retail Banking, API Design, Interoperability, Open Source Technology, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Data Access, Data Security, Governance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Gestión Estratégica con Pensamiento Sistémico

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Management, Trend Analysis, Business Process Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Achieving Personal and Professional Success

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Conflict Management, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      Facebook Monetization: Collaborate with Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Goal Setting, Business Development, New Business Development, Live Streaming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovations

      Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Payment Processing, FinTech, Blockchain, Mobile Banking, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Emerging Technologies, Investment Management, Wealth Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Asset Management, Point of Sale, Banking, Fundraising, Capital Markets, Consumer Lending, Financial Trading, Market Dynamics, Digital Assets

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis Software, Gross Profit, Business Mathematics

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      LearnKartS

      POSH - Prevention of Sexual Harassment

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Safety Culture, Safety Training, Compliance Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Resource Policies, Investigation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Branding: The Creative Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Branding, Storytelling, Production Planning, Logo Design, Brand Management, Content Marketing, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, Advertising, Marketing Design, Creative Design, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Proposal Development, Value Propositions, Content Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Strategy & Economic Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Price Negotiation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Market Share, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Generative AI for Growth Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Automation, OpenAI, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Lead Generation, Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Customer Retention, Image Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Paid media, Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Generative AI, Marketing Automation

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Designing the Future of Finance: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
    • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM
    • Gestión Estratégica con Pensamiento Sistémico: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania
    • Facebook Monetization: Collaborate with Brands: Coursera
    • Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovations: University of Michigan
    • Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • POSH - Prevention of Sexual Harassment: LearnKartS
    • Branding: The Creative Journey: IE Business School
    • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech

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