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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Indian Economy in a Digital World

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Dynamics, E-Commerce, Economics, FinTech, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Cybersecurity, Information Privacy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Regulation: Local to Global Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Land Management, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Community Development, Mitigation, International Relations, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Toma de decisiones y gobernanza del riesgo de desastres

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Governance, Risk Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Performance Metric, Investment Management, Decision Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Prioritization, Project Management, Economic Development, Public Policies

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Università Bocconi

      Finanziamento, sviluppo ed evoluzione delle infrastrutture

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Investments, Investment Banking, Cost Management, Loans, Investment Management, Capital Expenditure, Finance, Economic Development, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Corporate Sustainability, Emerging Technologies, Economics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Security Administration with CDO

      Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, General Networking, Network Architecture, Systems Integration, Incident Response, TCP/IP, OSI Models, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Technology, Computer Networking, Cyber Security Policies, Firewall, Enterprise Application Management, Data Governance, Security Strategy, Cloud Management, Network Troubleshooting

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Governance

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      The Cybersecurity Culture Blueprint: A Proactive Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Computer Security Awareness Training, Culture Transformation, Threat Detection, Organizational Change, Employee Training, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Vulnerability Types and Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Secure Coding, Threat Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Threat Detection, Risk Management Framework, Security Management, Security Controls, Incident Response

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Design, Design Thinking, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, Business Risk Management, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Risk Appetite, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Vulnerability Assessments

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305)

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Architecture, Event-Driven Programming, Data Integration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Load Balancing, Relational Databases, Cloud Infrastructure, Azure Active Directory, Authorization (Computing), API Design, Data Storage, Network Routing, Authentications, Infrastructure Security, Application Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Value Creation with Dark Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Data Literacy, Engineering Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Integration, Capacity Management, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Strategy, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Governance, Management Reporting, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Indian Economy in a Digital World: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Wetland Regulation: Local to Global Perspective: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Toma de decisiones y gobernanza del riesgo de desastres: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Finanziamento, sviluppo ed evoluzione delle infrastrutture: Università Bocconi
    • Security Administration with CDO: LearnQuest
    • Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use: Northeastern University
    • The Cybersecurity Culture Blueprint: A Proactive Approach: LearnQuest
    • Vulnerability Types and Concepts: Packt
    • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera Instructor Network
    • CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701): Packt

    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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